Asphalt Foreman

Holbrook Asphalt LLC; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 38,572 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

Pavement Preservation Group, Inc. in Ogden, UT seeks a Chip Seal Foreman to lead field operations with a focus on safety, quality, and process improvement.

This hands-on role requires travel to multiple job sites and mentorship of crew members, ensuring adherence to project specs and company standards. The position reports to Superintendents and Inspectors, and you will coordinate with safety personnel to conduct audits, enforce corrective actions, and maintain open reporting on progress and

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of leadership experience in construction.
• Proven ability to manage job-specific tasks.
• Experience in training, mentoring, and coaching field personnel.
• Excellent problem-solving and strong communication skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% to various job sites.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of safety and compliance audits, enforcing corrective actions.
• Enforce standardized quality control across job sites.
• Assist in targeted trainings for crews on safety and quality.
• Resolve operational issues and optimize field workflow.
• Report status of safety, quality metrics, and training progress to supervision.

Skills

Leadership

Safety compliance

Training & mentoring

Communication

Problem-solving

Travel willingness

Job description

Description

Compensation: $28-$30 DOE

The Chip Seal Foreman is a highly visible and critical leadership role responsible for ensuring operational excellence, safety compliance, and quality control. This position serves as the primary liaison between the field crews, Superintendents, and Inspectors, acting as a strategic troubleshooter and operational mentor. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who can travel extensively, drive best practices, and effectively resolve complex field issues.

Essential Job Functions

Safety and Compliance Oversight (Safety Audits & Enforcement)

• Conduct frequent site checks, job specific to ensure strict adherence to all company and regulatory safety standards.
• Perform job safety audits and lead immediate corrective action planning for any identified non-compliance.
• Collaborate with Safety Department to train, coach, and mentor crew members on the proactive identification and mitigation of safety hazards.
• Lead by example and make sure crews are following company safety standards.

Quality Control & Process Improvement

• Implement and enforce standardized Quality Control programs across assigned job sites.
• Verify that work is being executed according to project specifications, approved plans, and company quality benchmarks.
• Audit material handling, installation techniques, and overall workmanship.

Training and Development

• Assist in targeted training sessions for field crews focused on safety, quality standards, efficient workflow, and new techniques.
• Provide mentorship to crew members to enhance their problem-solving, and on-site management skills.
• Facilitate the consistent adoption of best operational practices.

Operations Support and Troubleshooting

• Resolve complex, urgent, or high-risk operational issues that require immediate intervention.
• Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies in field operations.
• Facilitate communication and resource allocation between crew members to support project flow and overcome logistical challenges.
• Provide regular, detailed reporting to superintendents on the status of field safety, quality metrics, and training progress.

And other duties assigned by Supervisor.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Pavement Preservation Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, or any other protected class characteristic under federal, state, or local law.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of leadership experience in construction
• Proven ability to manage job specific tasks
• Demonstrated experience in training, mentoring, and coaching field personnel.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a track record of successfully resolving complex site and personnel issues under pressure.
• Exceptional communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills; ability to interact effectively with crews, managers, and executive leadership.
• Ability to travel extensively 50% to various job sites.