Construction Prep Crew Foreman

Cox Paving LLC; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading paving company is looking for an experienced Asphalt Paving Foreman to oversee municipal and commercial asphalt projects. This role involves supervising a crew, ensuring quality control, and maintaining safety standards while working outdoors. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of paving experience and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in asphalt paving.
• 1-2 years in a leadership role.
• Ability to read and interpret plans.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operations of paving crew.
• Ensure quality control and safety standards.
• Plan work activities and coordinate materials.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Communication

Tools

Pavers

Rollers

Graders

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Asphalt Paving Foreman to lead a crew in the successful completion of paving projects such as city streets, county roads, parking lots, and small to mid-size municipal work. This hands-on role is responsible for planning daily work, managing field staff, ensuring quality and safety standards, and coordinating with project managers and subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and lead daily operations of the paving crew on municipal and commercial asphalt projects.

• Plan and coordinate work activities, materials, and equipment needed for daily tasks.

• Ensure proper depth, alignment, and compaction of asphalt using equipment such as pavers, rollers, and graders.

• Monitor quality control throughout the paving process to ensure smoothness, thickness, and finish meet specifications.

• Conduct pre-pave safety and work briefings with the crew.

• Maintain safe work practices and enforce all safety regulations and company policies.

• Collaborate with truck drivers, equipment operators, and laborers to maintain an efficient flow of materials.

• Communicate daily with the project superintendent or manager to report progress, delays, and resource needs.

• Read and interpret blueprints, site plans, and job specifications.

• Track crew hours and equipment usage; assist with production reporting and timecards.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in asphalt paving, with at least 1–2 years in a leadership role.

• Strong understanding of asphalt paving equipment, methods, and techniques.

• Ability to read and interpret plans, grades, and job specifications.

• Knowledge of OSHA and company safety standards.

• Effective leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Valid driver’s license (CDL preferred but not required).

• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and work extended hours during peak season.

EOE/M/F/Disabled/Veteran/DFSP

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