Superintendent Jobs in Texas
Superintendent jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in construction, school districts, and facilities management, with openings at every level from assistant superintendent through senior project executive. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio anchor the bulk of hiring, where established employers like Turner Construction, Austin Industries, and Fluor maintain deep Texas operations. The most in-demand specialties are commercial construction superintendent, school district superintendent, and industrial facilities superintendent. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Routinely conducts work in the system specialty areas listed below.
- Supervises, selects, develops, trains, evaluates and makes recommendations for corrective action up to and including termination.
- Forecasts, allocates, and monitors the human, physical and financial resources for the assigned area.
- Plans, monitors, reviews, and reports field activities for operation and maintenance of the system covering a wide logistical area for area of specialty.
- Develops, evaluates, and implements plans during normal and crisis situations to ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulatory statutes.
- Reads, reviews, and recommends changes to construction plans, blueprints, block maps, schematics and as-built drawings.
- Conducts safety training, trains and mentors employees on safety and technical aspects of the job to include risk management planning associated with applicable chemical use and handling.
- Provides training and guidance to crews by assigning and checking work and develops standard operating procedures that optimize facility performance.
- Performs various utility calculations and conducts advanced level process control analysis.
- Supports and implements various special projects.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
DECISION MAKING
- The Superintendent works under limited supervision/guidance.
- Directly supervises assigned staff.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
All Specialties
- Associate’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Management, Construction Management, Science, Public Administration or related field from an institution accredited by a recognized accrediting agency plus five years’ progressive experience in construction, water, wastewater or specialty work environment listed below, including two years in a supervisory/lead role.
- Valid Class 'C" Texas Driver's License
- High School Diploma/GED plus eight years’ of progressive experience in construction, water, wastewater or specialty work environment listed below, including two years in a supervisory/lead role.
- Valid Class “C” Texas Driver’s License.
- State of Texas Master Electrician license. Proficient in the use of materials, tools, utility calculations and equipment commonly used in construction, maintenance, or repair of electrical systems.
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Electrical or Instrumentation & Control
- Work Zone Traffic Control, Excavation Safety, and Confined Space Awareness and/or certification where applicable.
- Skill in utilizing a personal computer and proficient in the use of word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation, and computerized maintenance management system software.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with SAWS internal and external customers, vendors, and governmental agencies.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
May be required to work other than regular schedule such as days, nights, weekends, holidays and on-call.
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Routinely conducts work in the system specialty areas listed below.
- Supervises, selects, develops, trains, evaluates and makes recommendations for corrective action up to and including termination.
- Forecasts, allocates, and monitors the human, physical and financial resources for the assigned area.
- Plans, monitors, reviews, and reports field activities for operation and maintenance of the system covering a wide logistical area for area of specialty.
- Develops, evaluates, and implements plans during normal and crisis situations to ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulatory statutes.
- Reads, reviews, and recommends changes to construction plans, blueprints, block maps, schematics and as-built drawings.
- Conducts safety training, trains and mentors employees on safety and technical aspects of the job to include risk management planning associated with applicable chemical use and handling.
- Provides training and guidance to crews by assigning and checking work and develops standard operating procedures that optimize facility performance.
- Performs various utility calculations and conducts advanced level process control analysis.
- Supports and implements various special projects.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
DECISION MAKING
- The Superintendent works under limited supervision/guidance.
- Directly supervises assigned staff.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
All Specialties
- Associate’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Management, Construction Management, Science, Public Administration or related field from an institution accredited by a recognized accrediting agency plus five years’ progressive experience in construction, water, wastewater or specialty work environment listed below, including two years in a supervisory/lead role.
- Valid Class 'C" Texas Driver's License
- High School Diploma/GED plus eight years’ of progressive experience in construction, water, wastewater or specialty work environment listed below, including two years in a supervisory/lead role.
- Valid Class “C” Texas Driver’s License.
- State of Texas Master Electrician license. Proficient in the use of materials, tools, utility calculations and equipment commonly used in construction, maintenance, or repair of electrical systems.
-
Electrical or Instrumentation & Control
- Work Zone Traffic Control, Excavation Safety, and Confined Space Awareness and/or certification where applicable.
- Skill in utilizing a personal computer and proficient in the use of word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation, and computerized maintenance management system software.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with SAWS internal and external customers, vendors, and governmental agencies.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
May be required to work other than regular schedule such as days, nights, weekends, holidays and on-call.
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Superintendent Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Pogue Construction16
- Tesla11
- ARCO Companies9A
- Sundt8
- Loenbro8
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Staffing & Recruiting
- Education
- Chemicals & Materials
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in superintendent jobs across Texas.
- Active Texas educator certificate from TEA required for school district superintendent roles
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, education administration, or related field
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification for commercial and industrial superintendent positions
- Minimum five to ten years of progressive supervisory or project leadership experience
- Proficiency with project management software such as Procore, Primavera, or Bluebeam
- Strong knowledge of Texas building codes, state procurement rules, and local permitting processes
Superintendent Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a superintendent in Texas?
The path depends on the sector. For school district superintendents, you must hold a Texas superintendent certificate issued by the Texas Education Agency, which requires a master's degree, an accredited preparation program, and the TExES Superintendent exam. For construction superintendents, no state license is required, but employers expect a degree in construction management or engineering, extensive field experience, and industry credentials such as OSHA certification or a LEED designation.
How much do superintendents make in Texas?
Superintendents in Texas earn a median of about $93,910 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $72,230 for the lowest 10% to over $128,700 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire superintendents in Texas?
Employers hiring superintendents in Texas right now include Pogue Construction, Tesla, and ARCO Companies, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's scale of commercial development, public school infrastructure investment, and energy sector expansion keeps demand from large general contractors and independent school districts consistently high.
Which Texas cities have the most superintendent jobs?
Dallas, Austin, and Houston have the most superintendent openings in Texas. Houston drives the largest share through its commercial construction and petrochemical industrial base, Dallas-Fort Worth reflects the region's rapid population growth and school district expansion, and San Antonio's military installations and public infrastructure projects sustain steady demand for both construction and district-level roles.
Are there remote superintendent jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Most superintendent roles are inherently site-based, requiring daily presence on a job site, school campus, or facility. About 6% of superintendent openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those postings tend to be for program-level or regional oversight roles where the administrative coordination rather than hands-on site management is the primary responsibility.
How can I get hired as a superintendent in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is an assistant superintendent or field engineer role with a large Texas general contractor such as Turner Construction, Hensel Phelps, or Austin Industries, all of which run structured development programs for early-career candidates. For school district paths, starting as a principal or assistant principal in a large district like Houston ISD, Dallas ISD, or Northside ISD builds the leadership record TEA requires. Completing a TEA-approved superintendent preparation program while still in an administrative role is the common bridge.
Where can I find and apply to superintendent jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to superintendent jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across construction, school districts, and facilities management. Search the listings for roles that match your experience and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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