Paving Superintendent

Position Overview

The Paving Superintendent oversees the daily operations of highway/asphalt crews. This position primarily performs supervisory duties, and on rare occasions may assist with general laborer and equipment operation tasks as needed.

• Coordinates daily work activities, job site organization, reading of plans, etc.
• Supervises and schedules on‑site work crews, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Organizes job site goals, timelines, and budgets.
• Trains crews on methods and equipment as needed.
• Coordinates trucks, material delivery, and traffic control.
• Keeps crews accountable for safety, production rates, and quality control.
• Complies with and supports safety initiatives to ensure a safe working environment.
• Maintains good client/customer relations.
• Drives to various job site locations.
• Assists with general laborer duties as needed, which may include shoveling, laying asphalt, and other tasks.
• Assists with heavy equipment operation if trained, as needed at job site locations.
• Maintains time and materials records necessary to complete daily job costing.
• May be subject to drug testing, medical exams, and physical agility testing.
• Works fluctuating schedules in or out of town.
• Is in time and fit for duty.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred and 4 to 7 years of asphalt‑related construction experience or an equivalent combination of education and training.

• Thorough knowledge of the construction industry and its methods.
• Previous experience with asphalt paving and grading.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise and manage workers.
• Ability to understand blueprints, contract specifications, and grades.
• Can work independently as well as with other crew managers, customers, subcontractors, and the public.
• Knowledge of DOT, OSHA, EPA, and CDL laws and procedures.
• Demonstrated excellent safety awareness and willingness to comply with policies and safety procedures.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Compute rate, ratio, percent, land to draw, and interpret bar graphs.
• Apply common sense to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
• Work well with others in a group or one‑on‑one setting.
• Can type and use keyboards accurately and has knowledge of database software.

• Standard Driver’s License required.
• Customer Service – manages difficult or emotional employee situations; responds promptly to employee needs; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments.
• Teamwork – contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• Judgment – exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Planning/Organizing – uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism – approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Interpersonal Skills – focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others’ ideas and tries new things.
• Safety and Security – observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Adaptability – adapts to changes in the work environment; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; deals with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality – is consistently at work and on time.
• Dependability – follows instructions, responds to management direction; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.
• Initiative – asks for and…