Paving Department Manager

Brubacher-Excavatin; Bowmansville (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Brubacher Excavation seeks a Paving Department Manager to oversee milling and paving operations, lead crews, manage budgets and schedules, and coordinate with clients and subcontractors to ensure high-quality results.

The role emphasizes safety, quality control, and profitability, requiring a bachelor’s degree in construction management or civil engineering and at least seven years of paving experience, including three in a supervisory role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years in paving operations, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Strong leadership, communication, and safety emphasis.
• Ability to plan, schedule, and manage multiple crews and projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all milling and paving operations, schedules, and budgets.
• Recruit, train, and lead paving crews to achieve high performance.
• Ensure safety, quality, and compliance with PA DOT 408 and company policies.
• Coordinate with clients, subcontractors, and other Brubacher departments.
• Monitor project progress and optimize resource use for profitability.

Skills

Team Leadership

Budgeting

Project Scheduling

Safety Compliance

Client Relations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CM/CE

Job description

Description

The Paving Department Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the milling & paving operations within the company. This role involves managing multiple paving crews’ personnel, equipment, budgets, and schedules to ensure that projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to high quality standards. The Paving Department Manager acts as a key liaison between clients, subcontractors, and Brubacher teams to maintain excellent customer service and operational excellence.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Safety and Quality Control:

• Ensure that the safety and welfare of employees are prioritized in every decision and action.
• Encouraging a no-compromise attitude toward unsafe practices, with appropriate consequences for violations.
• Ensure that all paving work meets or exceeds quality standards and client expectations.
• Knowledgeable of PA DOT Publication 408
• Understand and enforce all Brubacher safety policies, practices, and procedures.
• Conduct regular safety meetings and site inspections.
• Work with Brubacher Trainer to develop and implement training for paving best practices.

Team Leadership:

• Recruit, train, and manage paving crews to build a high-performing team.
• Provide ongoing coaching and performance evaluations for team members.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment that aligns with company core values.

Operational Management:

• Plan, schedule, and oversee all milling & paving operations, ensuring timely and efficient project completion.
• Supervise paving crews and subcontractors, ensuring proper execution of work.
• Collaborate with other Brubacher departments to coordinate site/utility activities.
• Monitor project progress and adjust schedules as needed to maintain project timelines while maximizing efficient workflow.

Financial and Resource Management:

• Develop and manage the paving department budget, ensuring cost-effective use of resources.
• Manage & track project costs, ensuring profitability and adherence to budgets.
• Optimize the use of equipment, materials, and personnel.
• Works closely with estimating to prepare and review bids for paving projects for internal and external clients.

Client Relations & Business Development

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients on paving-related matters.
• Collaborate with project managers, estimators, and Site Superintendents to deliver seamless project execution.
• Identify and pursue new client opportunities for paving, grow outside sales revenue for the paving department.

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field (preferred but not required).
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in paving operations, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role.