Experienced Paving Foreman

Payne & Dolan, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages and benefits

On-the-job training

Stable southern Wisconsin work

Family-focused culture

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Payne & Dolan, Inc. in Wisconsin seeks a Paving Foreman for the 2026 season to assist with scheduling, lead crews, and manage paving equipment and repairs. The role emphasizes continuous quality improvement in laydown and compaction and requires strong leadership and safety practices.

Minimum 5 years of field asphalt experience and prior foreman work are preferred. Ability to work varied hours, including nights and weekends, is essential for project timelines and weather contingencies.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' field experience laying and finishing asphalt.
• Prior foreman experience preferred.
• Able to work varied hours and in outdoor conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personnel scheduling and crew management.
• Oversee paving equipment needs and repairs.
• Support continuous quality improvement in laydown and compaction.
• Ensure adherence to CMV guidelines and regulations.

Skills

Crew management

Scheduling

Paving/laydown

Safety compliance

Leadership

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description:

Walbec produces high‑quality construction materials and delivers unparalleled professional design, engineering and construction services at its six companies, including Payne and Dolan, Northeast Asphalt, Zenith Tech, Parisi, Premier Concrete, and Construction Resources Management. Whether building bridges, stabilizing shorelines, rehabilitating structures, or providing site engineering and construction solutions for solar, Walbec is your bridge to expertise in construction and engineering. With safety and ethics at the core of everything we do, our experienced professionals are hard at work on commercial and industrial sites throughout the Midwest.

The Position:

We're looking for a Paving Foreman, for our upcoming 2026 season, responsible for assisting with any and all aspects of efficient personnel scheduling, crew management, overseeing paving equipment needs and repair, and reinforcement of continuous quality improvement in the area of laydown and compaction.

Requirements:

• Valid Driver's License and satisfactory driving record.
• A CDL is desired but not necessary.
• High School diploma or GED equivalent is preferred.
• Must be punctual, dependable and have a high ethical standard for personal and business conduct.
• Must be self‑directed and motivated; able to manage multiple conflicting and changing priorities.
• Have the ability to be trusted with confidential information and observe anti‑trust laws and regulations.
• Have the ability to work varied hours including nights, early mornings, and weekends as needed.
• Be able to tolerate and work in variable weather conditions, and work in dirty and dusty environments.
• Member of the appropriate trade union or willingness to become a union member are required. Union membership is not required prior to employment. Our Human Resources Department is able to assist in that process as needed.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience at the field level, laying and finishing asphalt.
• Prior experience as a Foreman.
• Working knowledge of CMV guidelines and regulations.

The Benefits:

• Competitive union wages and strong benefits
• Reliable, steady work across Southern Wisconsin
• On-the-job training from experienced crew members
• Supportive, family-focused work culture
• Opportunities to grow within the company

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action employer, and it is our practice to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. In addition, it is the policy of the company to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in each locality in which the company has employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply!