Paving Foreperson; Meridian

Position: Paving Foreperson (Meridian, ID, US, 83642)
Location: Meridian

Job

Idaho Materials & Construction, is a CRH Company. Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees. We strive to be The Preferred Source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, paving and construction services. We succeed as a team by embracing integrity, mutual respect, innovation, service, sustainability, and financial strength.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Paving Foreperson to lead and oversee daily asphalt paving operations. This role is responsible for supervising paving crews, coordinating resources, ensuring jobsite safety, and delivering high‑quality work on schedule and within budget. The Paving Foreperson reports directly to the Paving Superintendent and serves as the on‑site leader and safety champion.

While primarily a supervisory position, this role may occasionally assist with labor, equipment operation, and maintenance tasks as needed.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

Safety & Leadership

* Serve as the jobsite Safety Champion, ensuring the safety of crew members, subcontractors, and the public.

* Enforce all company policies and OSHA, DOT, and EPA regulations.

* Lead, supervise, train, and schedule paving crews.

Project Coordination & Execution

* Plan and coordinate daily work activities, production goals, and jobsite organization.

* Read and interpret plans, specifications, and work orders.

* Oversee quality control and finished product standards.

* Coordinate asphalt deliveries, supplies, trucking, traffic control, and grade crews.

Communication & Customer Interaction

* Communicate professionally with customers, inspectors, coworkers, and the public.

* Act as the primary on‑site representative for paving operations.

Reporting & Documentation

* Maintain accurate time, material, and production records.

* Submit daily crew timecards with proper coding.

* Track equipment usage, labor hours, quantities, and yields.

Field Support (as needed)

* Perform field measurements and calculate job quantities.

* Assist with general labor duties such as shoveling, raking, or laying asphalt.

* Operate heavy equipment if trained and authorized.

* Travel between multiple jobsite locations.

Qualifications & Work Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

Education & Experience

* High school diploma or GED preferred.

* 5-10 years of asphalt paving experience, including supervisory or lead experience.

* Equivalent combination of education and experience considered.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

* Strong understanding of asphalt paving methods, equipment, and materials.

* Proven ability to lead and motivate work crews.

* Ability to read plans, grades, and specifications.

* Knowledge of DOT, OSHA, EPA, and CDL regulations.

* Strong math skills for quantities, yields, rates, and percentages.

* Ability to communicate effectively in one‑on‑one and small‑group settings.

* Strong organizational, time management, and problem‑solving skills.

* Basic computer and keyboarding skills.

Licenses & Certifications

* Valid Driver's License required.

* Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred.

Core Competencies

* Safety awareness and compliance.

* Leadership and teamwork.

* Sound judgment and decision‑making.

* Planning and organization.

* Professionalism and adaptability.

* Dependability, punctuality, and initiative.

* Quality‑focused with a continuous improvement mindset.

Additional Information

* Subject to drug testing, medical exams, and physical agility testing.

* Regular and reliable attendance is required.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

* Ability…