Chipseal Paving Foreperson

Position Overview

Are you ready to take charge and make a tangible impact on every project you lead? We’re seeking a dynamic, hands-on Chip Seal Paving Foreperson to guide our skilled crew and drive the success of our construction and paving operations. In this pivotal role, you’ll combine leadership, problem-solving, and technical know-how to ensure high-quality, safe, and efficient project completion. If you thrive working alongside your team and are passionate about mentoring and delivering exceptional results, we want you on our team!

Key Responsibilities

• Champion a culture of safety—enforce all safety protocols and ensure the use of proper tools and equipment for every task.
• Lead and supervise your crew, delegating tasks efficiently and fostering a collaborative, high-performing environment.
• Support your team with hands-on work, including shoveling, raking, and safely guiding trucks during paving operations.
• Oversee the preparation and placement of construction materials, as well as the setup and removal of traffic control devices.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and company leadership regarding safety concerns, project progress, and personnel matters.
• Promote the company’s values and interests in all aspects of your work, ensuring professionalism and integrity at every step.
• Take on additional responsibilities as needed to ensure project success.

Education & Experience

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 5 years’ related experience in asphalt construction, paving, or a combination of relevant education and experience.
• Proven success supervising teams and/or leading traveling crews.
• Experience with budget management is a plus—or a willingness to learn.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong leadership skills: ability to inspire, motivate, and develop team members.
• Excellent communication: skilled at building rapport, giving feedback, and resolving issues positively.
• Commitment to integrity, safety, and quality—no shortcuts, only high standards.
• Working knowledge of customer specifications to ensure projects are delivered right the first time.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
• Willingness to travel and work flexible, non-traditional hours as projects require.
• Professional, courteous, and adaptable—ready to represent our company with pride.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Frequently required to climb, balance, and perform tasks involving physical agility.
• Regularly sit, climb, and use hand signals or equipment; occasionally stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, stoop, crouch, or reach above shoulder height.
• Lift and move objects weighing up to 25-50 lbs as needed.
• Work primarily outdoors, often in extreme weather and environmental conditions.
• Comfortable working in all weather conditions; exposed to jobsite hazards such as moving machinery, high places, airborne particles, and loud environments.
• Must have specific vision abilities, including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, to operate equipment safely.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a respected team that values your expertise and leadership.
• Opportunities for career advancement and development.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A supportive work environment where your contributions truly matter.

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

What CRH Offers You

• Hightly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

APAC-Kansas, Inc., Shears Construction, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability