Rotational Management Associate: Paving & Operations

Martin Marietta; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Martin Marietta’s Rotational Development Program is an 18-24 month entry-level development track designed to train you in asphalt production, project estimation, and paving operations.

Under the guidance of experienced Production Leaders, you will gain exposure to estimating, operations, quality control, and sales teams to build the technical, financial, and leadership skills needed to manage paving projects and production operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mining, Civil Engineering, or Construction Management
• No prior work experience required; 6 months – 1 year industry internships preferred
• Valid Driver’s License

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of detailed cost estimates for asphalt paving and related roadway construction projects.
• Review project plans, specifications, bid documents, contracts, and design drawings to identify project requirements and risks.
• Perform quantity takeoffs for asphalt tonnage, striping, traffic control, and other project components.
• Analyze production rates, crew efficiencies, and equipment utilization to establish accurate project costs.
• Assess project risks, constructability challenges, logistical considerations, and potential operational impacts.
• Support the preparation and submission of competitive bid proposals while maintaining targeted profit margins.
• Participate in bid reviews and estimate presentations with management teams.
• Maintain estimating databases, historical cost records, and bid tracking systems.
• Assist in developing pricing strategies based on market conditions, competition, production capacity, and project complexity.
• Gain working knowledge of asphalt plant production, paving operations, and quality control processes.
• Support project startup activities, including scheduling, resource allocation, and production planning.
• Monitor daily paving activities to ensure productivity, quality, and safety objectives are achieved.
• Work with superintendents and project managers to optimize crew performance and equipment utilization.
• Evaluate project progress and help identify opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiencies.
• Participate in project closeout activities and final cost analysis.
• Track project budgets, labor productivity, equipment costs, and material consumption.
• Monitor actual production and job cost performance against estimated budgets.
• Assist in forecasting project revenue, expenses, and profitability.
• Review job cost reports and identify variances requiring corrective action.
• Participate in project meetings with internal stakeholders, customers, contractors, and government agencies.
• Promote and support Martin Marietta's commitment to safety as a core value.
• Ensure compliance with all company safety policies, environmental requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Identify and report safety hazards and assist with corrective action implementation.
• Develop an understanding of asphalt mix designs, testing requirements, and quality assurance procedures.
• Collaborate with quality control personnel to ensure products meet specifications.

Skills

OSHA compliance

Effective communicator

Time management

Familiarity with Asphalt and Paving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mining

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Tools

Estimating software

Project management systems

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Martin Marietta’s Rotational Development Program is an 18-24 month entry-level development track designed to train you in asphalt production, project estimation, and paving operations.

Under the guidance of experienced Production Leaders, you will gain exposure to estimating, operations, quality control, and sales teams to build the technical, financial, and leadership skills needed to manage paving projects and production operations.