Paving Superintendent

Knife River; Magna (UT); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Knife River Corporation is seeking a Paving Superintendent to oversee daily paving operations, ensuring safety, on-time delivery, and budget alignment. You will lead crews, coordinate subcontractors, and liaise with project managers to keep schedules on track.

The role requires strong leadership, field experience, and a solid understanding of DOT standards, specifications, and best practices in asphalt paving. On-site leadership and problem-solving are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of asphalt paving experience with 2+ years in a lead role.
• Strong knowledge of DOT, city and county paving specs.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and project plans.
• Excellent leadership, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to work nights/weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate all paving crew activities on-site.
• Schedule and manage labor, materials, and equipment for paving operations.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company standards.
• Communicate daily with project managers, foremen, and inspectors.
• Monitor timelines, quality control, and cost efficiency.
• Troubleshoot field issues and adjust plans to meet goals.
• Maintain daily logs and documentation of progress.
• Participate in pre-paving meetings and plan efficient workflow.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Blueprints reading

Scheduling

Safety compliance

Field supervision

DOT standards

Job description

The Paving Superintendent will oversee daily paving operations to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. This role requires strong leadership, field experience, and communication skills to manage crews, subcontractors, equipment, and schedules.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate all paving crew activities on-site
• Schedule and manage labor, materials, and equipment for paving operations
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with safety regulations and company standards
• Communicate daily with project managers, foremen, and inspectors
• Monitor project timelines, quality control, and cost efficiency
• Troubleshoot field issues and adjust plans as needed to meet project goals
• Maintain accurate daily logs and documentation of progress
• Participate in pre-paving meetings and help plan efficient workflow

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in asphalt paving, with at least 2 years in a leadership or superintendent role
• Strong understanding of DOT, city, and county paving specifications
• Knowledge of paving equipment, materials, and best practices
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and project plans
• Strong communication skills with team members, clients, and inspectors
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends when needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with GPS equipment and paving automation systems
• Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus
• OSHA 10 or 30 Certification

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunities for growth within the company

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law.

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