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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The Telecom/Security Systems Field Superintendent will work within the Construction department and will report to the Electrical Project Superintendent and Electrical Construction Manager. They will work closely with other Superintendents and subcontractors. The Telecom/Security Systems Field Superintendent will be responsible for managing projects from start to finish, ensuring supervision of the low voltage electrical project team, scheduling, quality, submitting RFI’s, providing a safe work environment, and overseeing the QA/QC programs. The Telecom/Security Systems Field Superintendent will supervise multiple electrical subcontractors performing extensive fast-tracked scope on multiple large hi-tech buildings. This position will be fully at the project site in Claude, TX.
Salary Range: $100,000 - $160,000 DOE + 12% geo-uplift, per diem & incentives
Essential Responsibilities:
- Coordinate day-to-day activities with other superintendents, low voltage electrical subcontractors, and other discipline subcontractors.
- Supervise multiple subcontractors and craft employees.
- Maintain and adjust project schedule daily.
- Manage RFI’s (requests for information) and submittal materials for review with the Client/Architect.
- Manage and oversee our cost control and QA/QC program.
- Manage and abide by all safety protocols.
- Provide resolution to design and constructability issues.
- Respond to customer/client requests and/or issues and develop resolution to problems using technical expertise.
- Must be able to interpret and implement proper installations in compliance with all local authority permitting codes and site specifications.
- Provide supporting information regarding field conditions and scope for cost estimates.
- Facilitate contractor activity ensuring performance by all contractual agreements.
- Assist with management project staffing. Work closely with clients, architects, engineers, consultants, and subcontractors.
Qualifications:
Position Related Skills
- Demonstrate thorough understanding of all aspects of low voltage electrical construction.
- Experience on large industrial or high-tech fabrication projects.
- Must be familiar with low voltage distribution, UPS equipment, electrical installations on large mechanical and process equipment, and installations in cleanroom environments.
- Experience in organizing technical data in a neat and accurate method. Familiar with CSI specification system for construction.
- Proficient in Windows and Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point and Teams), and have a general understanding of working within a computer network.
- Experience with project management software such as Prolog, Procore, E-Builder, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, and Primavera Project Planner (P6).
- Experience with design software such as AutoCAD, Revit and Navisworks.
- Training in design and construction document reading, design specifications, survey theory and techniques.
- Highly developed visual observation and interpretation skills.
- Ability to work well and maintain a cooperative attitude through high-pressure situations.
- Excellent time-management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work while frequently interrupted by phone calls and questions on work in progress.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills with an ability to develop strong interpersonal relationships.
- Ability to work closely with variety of trade and craft people in a field work situation. Patience and professionalism are essential.
- Must be a strong team player with the ability to collaborate with various personnel within and across departments and at all levels of leadership. Work schedule must be flexible to allow extended hours or off-shift work to accommodate changing construction schedule and sequences.
Professional Experience and Education
- A minimum of five (5) years of low voltage electrical construction experience required.
- Extensive experience on large industrial and hi-tech fabrication projects preferred.
- OHSA 30 Certification.
- High School diploma or GED required.
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent degree and/or equivalent field work experience preferred. Education background in materials and methods of low voltage electrical construction.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
- Standing/Walking/Sitting: Workday is a combination of being stationary and moving about the work location.
- Must be able to climb stairs: Must be able to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolds, stairs and work in confined spaces.
- Hands/Arms: Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer. Frequently operates machinery and will use hands/fingers and legs to operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect and position materials
- Sight: Specific vision abilities required include close vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus in an outdoor environment. Must be able to safely operate a vehicle with a valid driver's license. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; reading printed and digital documents
- Hearing: Must be able to work in proximity to loud equipment more than 75% of the time. Must be able to wear hearing protection as necessary. Often required to communicate with customers and coworkers in an office setting and on the job site.
- Speech: Ability to communicate laws, ordinances, plans, regulations, protocols, directives, and standard operating procedures related to project scope in English.
- Lift/Carry: Must have the ability to lift or manipulate 50 pounds to a height of 3 feet, and carry or push it 50-100 feet.
- Bending/Twisting: Frequent.
- Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling: Must be able to regularly position self in a kneeling, crouching or crawling position for the purpose of examining project work.
- Must use independent judgment, and organizational and problem-solving skills to determine best method to accomplish desired results.
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Superintendent Job Market in Texas
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Who's Hiring
- STO Building16

- Layton Construction12

- Kiewit8

- Suffolk Construction8

- Primoris Services Corporation8

Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate27
- Energy9
- Staffing & Recruiting4
- Consulting & Professional Services3
- Education1
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 STO Building, Layton Construction, and Kiewit, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 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?
Houston, Austin, and Dallas 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 3% of superintendent openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 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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