Paving Superintendent

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary -
We are seeking a highly skilled Paving Superintendent to oversee all field operations for asphalt paving projects, ensuring jobs are completed safely, on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards. This leadership role manages multiple paving crews across various sites, coordinates logistics and schedules, and serves as the key field liaison between project management, clients, and subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities -

• Supervise day-to-day paving operations across multiple active job sites
• Should be competent in all aspects of parking lot maintenance, concrete repair, asphalt paving, seal-coating, drain structure repairs, signage installation, and general heavy civil construction activities
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate labor, equipment, and materials for optimal productivity
• Ensure all work meets or exceeds specifications for quality, safety, and compliance
• Lead and mentor foremen, operators, and laborers to maintain high performance and crew morale
• Monitor and enforce site safety standards (OSHA, company policies, traffic control)
• Work closely with project managers to review plans, resolve issues, and align on scope and schedule
• Track production rates, equipment usage, labor hours, and material quantities
• Conduct daily site visits and meetings to assess progress and support field staff
• Build strong relationships with clients, inspectors, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Provide input on estimating, constructability, and project planning for upcoming work
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications/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, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 8+ years of experience in asphalt paving, with at least 3+ years in a leadership or superintendent role
• In-depth knowledge of paving methods, materials, equipment, and QC/QA standards
• Proven ability to manage multiple crews and deliver projects on tight schedules
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to build cohesive teams
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, grades, and specifications
• Proficiency in daily reporting, scheduling tools, and production tracking
• Valid driver’s license required; CDL is a plus
• Ability to work long hours, including weekends and evenings, as needed
• Must be willing to travel overnight when projects are outside the local area

Physical Requirements : (Each to have one of the following based on the position: Never, Rarely, Occasionally, Constantly)

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods: Constantly
• Moving about to accomplish tasks at a worksite or moving from one worksite to another: Constantly
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, such as stooping, kneeling, or crouching: Constantly
• Adjusting, moving and lifting objects in all directions: Constantly
• Talking and hearing to communicate with others: Constantly
• Seeing to perform job duties at close range, such as monitors or screens: Rarely
• Seeing to perform job duties at a distance, such as driving or operating equipment: Occasionally
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers: Constantly
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like: Occasionally
• Operating machinery and/or power tools: Constantly
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment: Constantly
• The ability to travel regionally or nationally: Never

Physical Demands :

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing: Constantly
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds: Constantly
• Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds: Constantly
• Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more: Occasionally

Working Conditions :

• Low temperatures: Occasionally
• High temperatures: Occasionally
• Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind: Occasionally
• Noisy environments: Occasionally
• Hazardous conditions: Rarely
• Shift work, to include overnight work: Occasionally
• Frequent overtime, including weekends: Occasionally
• Office environment: Rarely

Pave America and it's companies offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and comply with OFCCP regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Pave America and it's companies promote a drug-free workplace. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries. In compliance with OFCCP requirements, we invite applicants to voluntarily self-identify their gender, race, and veteran status. Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment.