Asphalt Paving Foreman

Location: Raleigh, Sanford, and Fayetteville, NC areas

About the role

The Foreman supervises and works alongside a crew of employees and subcontractors to efficiently manage assigned projects or operations. The position has direct responsibility for personnel, equipment, planning and scheduling, safety, quality workmanship, and completion of projects in a timely manner and within estimated budget while maintaining absolute confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct crew to assure completion of assigned project as instructed by the superintendent and/or the project manager.
• Ensure new personnel receive proper orientation to acquaint them with company policies, safety requirements, and job duties.
• Conduct periodic evaluation of assigned personnel with special emphasis on their contribution to the company and the company's contribution to them.
• Assist and direct crews in proper use of equipment, improving job performance, controlling cost and quality of work, increasing productivity, improving communication, and housekeeping on project.
• Perform equipment inspections, request maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Monitor crews and maintain regular work hours.
• Maintain daily payroll records and log hours worked for each employee assigned.
• Maintain daily diary, recording conversations, weather conditions, and events which could be used for future reference.
• Complete all required daily reports, verify their accuracy, and transmit promptly to the superintendent and/or project manager.
• Ensure all work complies with local laws, ordinances, and EPA regulations, including all subcontractors working on the project.
• Ensure all work is performed with emphasis on safety; insist upon compliance of all safety regulations.
• Conduct weekly toolbox meetings with safety on the agenda.
• Maintain good relations with the general public, engineers, architects, inspectors, and customers to facilitate job progress and promote a positive company image while displaying a courteous and considerate attitude.
• Encourage the development of corporate unity, ensuring team spirit and pride throughout the company.
• Perform additional duties as required in the operations of the project or as directed by the Superintendent and/or Project Manager.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Requirements

Education:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

Work Experience:

• Minimum 2+ years experience in NCDOT paving and milling operations.
• Ability to communicate problems based on the many variables of the project.
• Prioritize and handle multiple tasks at once.
• Must be able to manage highway, commercial, airport, and subdivision projects.
• Experience in all paving operations at Foreman level and above.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Asphalt Roadway Level I Certification (Preferred)
• Roadway Certified by NCDOT

Other:

• Current/Valid North Carolina Driver's License
• Suitable Motor Vehicle Driving Record (MVR) — as described in the Corporate Safety & Health Manual
• Must have a good work ethic and be dependable
• Candidate must be able to work various hours and willing to work out of town as needed

Physical Demands

Moderate physical effort required, lifting or moving average weight material (typically over 25 pounds) or occasional lifting or moving heavy weight materials (over 60 pounds).

Physical Activity

Position requires the ability to work around noise, dust, and heavy equipment as well as changing weather conditions. Position requires the ability to exchange ideas quickly and clearly and the ability to receive and evaluate detailed information.