## The superintendent role in 2026 The construction superintendent is the highest-stakes field role in commercial construction. The role is also one of the most in-demand — superintendent vacancies are among the hardest positions to fill. ## Salary ranges by experience (2026) | Level | Salaried | Consulting / hourly | |---|---|---| | Assistant Superintendent | $70K–$90K | $55–$75/hr | | Superintendent (mid) | $95K–$135K | $75–$110/hr | | Senior Superintendent | $130K–$180K | $105–$145/hr | | General Superintendent | $160K–$220K | $135–$175/hr | ## Required certifications OSHA 30 is the floor. For senior superintendent roles at ENR-400 firms, CHST is increasingly expected. ## How the role is evolving AI documentation tools are reducing the daily paperwork burden — voice-captured daily reports and AI photo categorization are shifting 30–60 minutes of daily admin to 5–10 minutes. [Build your superintendent profile →](/build-profile)