Superintendent Jobs in Ames, IA

A Construction Superintendent is responsible for overseeing all aspects of a building project, including managing workers, setting schedules, and ensuring that safety regulations and guidelines are adhered to. Superintendents are involved in every phase of the project, from planning and preparation to completion, making decisions on construction methods, determining labor requirements, and coordinating with architects, engineers, and contractors.

Important skills for Construction Superintendents include strong leadership, organization, and communication skills, as well as an in-depth knowledge of construction methods and regulations. They should be OSHA-certified and may also need additional certifications depending on the specific project or region. Prior to becoming a Superintendent, individuals may serve in roles such as Construction Foreman, Project Manager, or Site Supervisor, which provide key experience in managing construction projects and teams.

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Electrical Superintendent

  • Ankeny, IA (21 miles from Ames, IA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Ankeny, IA (21 miles from Ames, IA)
  • 20 hours ago

Electrical Superintendent Mission Critical Data Center *PER DIEM IS AVAILABLE* Description: We are seeking an Electrical Superintendent with a strong focus on electrical and instrumentation for mission-critical...

Electrical E&I Superintendent (Ankeny, Iowa)

  • Ankeny, IA (21 miles from Ames, IA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Ankeny, IA (21 miles from Ames, IA)
  • 20 hours ago

Ensure field change orders are executed. - Oversee craft supervision and project staffing as required. - Provide oversight of project site material and tool management. - Responsible for the daily field...

Utilities Superintendent - Wastewater

  • Ankeny, IA (21 miles from Ames, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ankeny, IA (21 miles from Ames, IA)
  • 2 days ago

The City of Ankeny is accepting applications for Utilities Superintendent - Wastewater....

Maintenance Superintendent

  • Stanhope, IA (20 miles from Ames, IA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Stanhope, IA (20 miles from Ames, IA)
  • 7 days ago

Gpac is working with a family-owned food processor that is seeking a Maintenance Superintendent for one of their Northcentral Iowa facilities....

Maintenance Superintendent

  • Story City, IA (11 miles from Ames, IA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Story City, IA (11 miles from Ames, IA)
  • 7 days ago

Gpac is working with a family-owned food processor that is seeking a Maintenance Superintendent for one of their Northcentral Iowa facilities....

Data Center Superintendent

  • Ankeny, IA (21 miles from Ames, IA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Ankeny, IA (21 miles from Ames, IA)
  • 8 days ago

Data Center Construction Superintendent needed for a long term construction project in Iowa....

Commercial Construction Superintendent

  • Ames, IA
  • 9 days ago
  • Ames, IA
  • 9 days ago

They care deeply about providing high quality service to each client and are looking for that Superintendent to be client facing as well as have a thorough knowledge in commercial construction processes...

Maintenance Superintendent

  • Ames, IA
  • 9 days ago
  • Ames, IA
  • 9 days ago

Gpac is working with a family-owned food processor that is seeking a Maintenance Superintendent for one of their Northcentral Iowa facilities....

Electrical Superintendent

  • Ankeny, IA (21 miles from Ames, IA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Ankeny, IA (21 miles from Ames, IA)
  • 18 days ago

Electrical Superintendent Description Title: Electrical Superintendent Department: Operation 1 Location: Ankeny, IA Supervisor: Site Manager FLSA Status: Exempt Position Status: Permanent, Full-Time...

Substation Superintendent

  • Ankeny, IA (21 miles from Ames, IA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Ankeny, IA (21 miles from Ames, IA)
  • 18 days ago

Substation Superintendent Description Title: Superintendent, Substation Department: Operations 1 Location: Field-Based Supervisor: Sr....

Commissioning Superintendent

  • Ankeny, IA (21 miles from Ames, IA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Ankeny, IA (21 miles from Ames, IA)
  • 18 days ago

Commissioning Superintendent Description Title: Commissioning Superintendent Department: Operation 1 Location: Ankeny, IA Supervisor: Director of Commissioning FLSA Status: Exempt Position Status: Permanent...

Civil Superintendent

  • Ankeny, IA (21 miles from Ames, IA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Ankeny, IA (21 miles from Ames, IA)
  • 18 days ago

Civil Superintendent Description Title: Civil Superintendent Department: Operation 1 Location: Hybrid Supervisor: Director of Projects FLSA Status: Exempt Position Status: Permanent, Full-Time Work...

Survey Superintendent

  • Ankeny, IA (21 miles from Ames, IA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Ankeny, IA (21 miles from Ames, IA)
  • 18 days ago

Survey Superintendent Description Title: Survey Superintendent Department: Operation 1 Location: Ankeny, IA Supervisor: Site Manager FLSA Status: Exempt Position Status: Permanent, full time Work Status...

Logistics Superintendent

  • Ankeny, IA (21 miles from Ames, IA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Ankeny, IA (21 miles from Ames, IA)
  • 18 days ago

Logistics Superintendent Description Title: Logistics Superintendent Department: Operation 1 Location: Project-site Supervisor: Site Manager FLSA Status: Exempt Position Status: Full-Time Work Status...

Special Projects Superintendent

  • Ankeny, IA (21 miles from Ames, IA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Ankeny, IA (21 miles from Ames, IA)
  • 20 days ago

Encourage creativity among foremen, superintendents, and other employees....

Demographic Data for Ames, IA

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Salary for Superintendent Jobs in Ames, IA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Superintendent positions.



Highest Education Level

Superintendents in Ames, IA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
27.7%
High School or GED
25.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
20.2%
Associate's Degree
12.7%
Master's Degree
9.2%
Some College
2.9%
Some High School
1.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Superintendents in Ames, IA
10+ years
30.5%
2-4 years
16.9%
1-2 years
14.1%
4-6 years
12.8%
Less than 1 year
11.8%
6-8 years
8.4%
8-10 years
5.2%
None
0.3%


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