Paving Foreperson

Paving Foreperson

Evans Construction, a CRH company, is a member of the CRH West Division. 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

The Paving Foreperson is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of an asphalt paving crew. This role requires hands-on leadership, extensive paving knowledge, and the ability to supervise field operations while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily paving activities and overall job site organization.
• Supervise, schedule, and direct paving crews.
• Read and interpret construction plans and project specifications.
• Manage project goals, timelines, and budgets.
• Order materials and supplies required for field operations.
• Travel to and between various job sites.
• Assist crew members with labor tasks including shoveling and asphalt placement.
• Operate heavy equipment as needed.
• Maintain accurate time, production, and material records for job costing.
• Promote and enforce safe work practices and company policies.
• Participate in required drug testing, medical exams, and physical agility testing.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, individual must have hands on knowledge of all aspects of asphalt paving and 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. 10+ years of related asphalt paving or construction experience, or equivalent combination of education and training.

Skills & Abilities

Strong knowledge of asphalt paving operations and field supervision. Ability to lead crews and work effectively in team environments. Strong communication and organizational skills. Ability to read plans and follow written and verbal instructions. Basic math and job costing skills. Experience operating paving and heavy equipment preferred. Valid driver's license required.

Key Competencies

Customer Service, Teamwork, Judgment, Planning/Organizing, Professionalism, Interpersonal Skills, Safety and Security, Adaptability, Attendance/Punctuality, Dependability, Initiative, Innovation, Quality

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. The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to signal and handle equipment. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move anywhere up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions; and extreme cold and/or heat.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

What CRH Offers You

Highly competitive base pay, comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs, group retirement savings program, health and wellness programs, an inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion.

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.