Superintendent Jobs in Mississippi

Superintendent jobs in Mississippi are consistently active, concentrated in K-12 public school districts, construction, and infrastructure development, with openings ranging from assistant-level roles to district-wide leadership positions. The largest clusters of hiring are in and around Jackson, Gulfport, and Southaven, where major employers such as the Jackson Public Schools district, the Harrison County School District, and Yates Construction maintain a long-standing presence. The most in-demand specialties are educational administration, commercial construction oversight, and public works management. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles32
Top employerKiewit
Top cityMississippi
Cities hiring20
Work type100% On-site
Top industryConstruction

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Plumbing Superintendent
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Plumbing Superintendent
Mega Plumbing of the Carolinas, INC.
Horn Lake, Mississippi
Construction Management
Program Management
Project Management
On-Site

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Electrical Superintendent
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Electrical Superintendent
ALL STAR ELECTRIC
Pearl, Mississippi
Construction Management
Program Management
Project Management
$45 - $60/hr

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Superintendent - Production
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Superintendent - Production
Linde
Hamilton, Mississippi
Manufacturing Operations
Project Management
Quality Control
$90k - $132k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Commercial Project Superintendent
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Commercial Project Superintendent
Pierce Payroll, LLC
Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Construction Management
Manufacturing Operations
Project Management
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Superintendent
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Superintendent
Quantum Installation Group
Mississippi
Construction Management
Project Management

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Superintendent Jobs by City in Mississippi

Where Mississippi roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Jackson
3 jobs
Vicksburg
3 jobs
Pearl
2 jobs
Beaumont
2 jobs
Gulfport
2 jobs
Meridian
2 jobs
Hattiesburg
2 jobs
Biloxi
1 job
Canton
1 job

Superintendent Job Market in Mississippi

A snapshot from current Mississippi openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Kiewit2 open roles
Greystar2 open roles
HOOD PLYWOOD2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Energy
  • Manufacturing
  • Staffing & Recruiting

What Mississippi Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in superintendent jobs across Mississippi.

  • Active Mississippi Educator License with administrator endorsement for school district roles
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in education, construction management, or a related field
  • Demonstrated experience managing large teams, budgets, and multi-site operations
  • Proficiency with project scheduling software or school district administrative platforms
  • Strong knowledge of Mississippi state regulations, building codes, or education statutes
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel across assigned district or project sites

Superintendent Jobs in Mississippi: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a superintendent in Mississippi?

For school district roles, you must hold a valid Mississippi Educator License with a superintendent endorsement, issued through the Mississippi Department of Education. This requires a qualifying master's or doctoral degree in educational leadership or administration and supervised clinical experience. For construction or facilities superintendent positions, no state license is mandated, but employers typically require a construction management degree or equivalent field experience combined with relevant certifications such as OSHA training.

How much do superintendents make in Mississippi?

Superintendents in Mississippi earn a median of about $82,800 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $65,400 for the lowest 10% to over $106,450 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire superintendents in Mississippi?

Employers hiring superintendents in Mississippi right now include Kiewit, Greystar, and HOOD PLYWOOD, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Mississippi's mix of large public school districts, Gulf Coast construction projects, and infrastructure contractors keeps demand for both educational and construction superintendents relatively steady throughout the year.

Which Mississippi cities have the most superintendent jobs?

Mississippi, Jackson, and Vicksburg have the most superintendent openings in Mississippi. Jackson drives demand as the state capital and largest urban center, home to major school districts and government contractors, while Gulfport and Southaven generate construction and facilities roles tied to Gulf Coast development and the Memphis-area industrial corridor respectively.

Are there remote superintendent jobs in Mississippi?

Yes, but they're rare. Superintendent work is fundamentally on-site, whether overseeing a school district or managing a construction project, which limits remote arrangements significantly. About 0% of superintendent openings tied to Mississippi are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to concentrate in administrative, compliance, or multi-district coordination functions rather than day-to-day field or campus supervision.

How can I get hired as a superintendent in Mississippi with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through an assistant superintendent or principal role within a Mississippi public school district, where candidates build the administrative record required for full superintendent consideration. Large districts such as those in Rankin County and DeSoto County regularly hire assistant administrators and building-level leaders as a pipeline. For construction roles, starting as a project engineer or field supervisor at a Mississippi-based general contractor and pursuing OSHA certification and a construction management credential builds a competitive foundation.

Where can I find and apply to superintendent jobs in Mississippi?

You can find and apply to superintendent jobs in Mississippi on Migrate Mate, which lists current Mississippi openings from school districts, construction firms, and public sector employers across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your background and apply directly to the ones that fit your experience and location.

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