Superintendent Jobs in Missouri

Superintendent jobs in Missouri are consistently active, with demand concentrated in K-12 school districts, commercial and residential construction, and facilities management roles. Kansas City, St. Louis, and Springfield are the primary hiring hubs, where organizations like Kansas City Public Schools, McCarthy Building Companies, and Emerson Electric maintain ongoing superintendent-level needs. The most in-demand specialties are district administration, general contracting site supervision, and facilities operations leadership. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles147+
Top employerGilbane
Top citySt. Louis, MO
Cities hiring34
Work type86% On-site
Top industryConstruction

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Superintendent - Special Projects
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Superintendent - Special Projects
PARIC
St. Louis, Missouri
Partnerships & Business Development
Program Management
Project Management
Experience equivalent to degree accepted
201-500

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Superintendent - G3
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Superintendent - G3
PARIC
St. Louis, Missouri
Partnerships & Business Development
Program Management
Project Management
Experience equivalent to degree accepted
201-500

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Superintendent - G4
PARIC
St. Louis, Missouri
Partnerships & Business Development
Program Management
Project Management
Experience equivalent to degree accepted
201-500

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Project Superintendent
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Project Superintendent
Allied Universal Technology Services
Warrenton, Missouri
Engineering (Non-Software)
Program Management
Project Management
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Assistant Superintendent
Trap Rock and Granite Quarries, LLC
Ironton, Missouri
Construction Management
Project Management
Skilled Trades
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Superintendent Jobs by City in Missouri

Where Missouri roles are concentrated, by current openings.

New Florence
13 jobs
Springfield
9 jobs
St Louis
6 jobs
Jefferson City
4 jobs
Columbia
3 jobs
Truesdale
3 jobs
Missouri City
3 jobs

Superintendent Job Market in Missouri

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

Who's Hiring

  • Gilbane13
  • PARIC8
  • Clayco7
  • Jobot6
  • JE Dunn Construction6

Top Industries Hiring

  • Construction & Real Estate18
  • Staffing & Recruiting6
  • Manufacturing4

What Missouri Employers Look For

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

  • Holds a valid Missouri superintendent certificate issued by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
  • Completed an approved educational leadership graduate program at an accredited Missouri institution
  • Demonstrated experience leading building-level or district-level administrative teams in a school or construction setting
  • Proven ability to develop and manage multimillion-dollar departmental or project budgets
  • Strong record of community engagement, board relations, or stakeholder communication in a Missouri context
  • Proficient in Missouri state compliance reporting, accreditation processes, or relevant construction code requirements

Superintendent Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a superintendent in Missouri?

To become a school superintendent in Missouri, you must earn a superintendent certificate through the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, which requires a specialist or doctoral degree in educational leadership from an accredited program and verified administrative experience. Candidates must also pass required Missouri leadership assessments. For construction superintendent roles, no state license is required, but employers typically expect a degree in construction management or engineering alongside documented field leadership experience.

How much do superintendents make in Missouri?

Superintendents in Missouri earn a median of about $100,400 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $74,570 for the lowest 10% to over $133,090 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire superintendents in Missouri?

Missouri superintendent roles are posted by Gilbane, PARIC, and Clayco and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Missouri's mix of large urban school districts, regional construction firms, and major industrial employers creates a broad and consistent hiring base for superintendents at multiple levels.

Which Missouri cities have the most superintendent jobs?

St. Louis, Kansas City, and New Florence are the Missouri cities with the most superintendent openings. Kansas City and St. Louis drive the bulk of listings through their large public school districts, hospital campuses, and active commercial construction pipelines, while Springfield supports steady demand through its regional school systems, healthcare institutions, and growing manufacturing sector.

Are there remote superintendent jobs in Missouri?

Yes, but they're rare. About 14% of superintendent openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how site-dependent most superintendent work is by nature. The portions of the role most likely to accommodate remote work are administrative oversight, curriculum planning, and reporting functions rather than on-site facilities or construction supervision.

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

The most realistic entry path is to move through building-level administration first, taking roles like assistant principal or curriculum coordinator in a Missouri school district before pursuing a district-level position. Large districts such as Kansas City Public Schools and Springfield Public Schools regularly hire candidates in assistant administrator and department director roles that serve as direct stepping stones. Completing a Missouri-approved educational leadership program and earning your initial principal certificate along the way strengthens your candidacy significantly.

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

You can find and apply to superintendent jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current Missouri openings across school districts, construction firms, and facilities organizations. Search the listings, find the roles that fit your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that match.

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