Paving Foreperson - Evans - Jackson, WY

Evans Construction, a CRH company, is a member of the CRH West Division. Our purpose is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees. We strive to be the preferred source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, paving, and construction services.

About the role

The Paving Foreperson is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of an asphalt paving crew. This role requires hands-on leadership, extensive paving knowledge, and the ability to supervise field operations while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily paving activities and overall job site organization.
• Supervise, schedule, and direct paving crews.
• Read and interpret construction plans and project specifications.
• Manage project goals, timelines, and budgets.
• Order materials and supplies required for field operations.
• Travel to and between various job sites.
• Assist crew members with labor tasks including shoveling and asphalt placement.
• Operate heavy equipment as needed.
• Maintain accurate time, production, and material records for job costing.
• Promote and enforce safe work practices and company policies.
• Participate in required drug testing, medical exams, and physical agility testing.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 10+ years of related asphalt paving or construction experience, or equivalent combination of education and training.
• Strong knowledge of asphalt paving operations and field supervision.
• Ability to lead crews and work effectively in team environments.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to read plans and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Basic math and job costing skills.
• Experience operating paving and heavy equipment preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.

Skills

• Customer Service – Manages difficult or emotional employee situations; responds promptly to employee needs; meets commitments.
• Teamwork – Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• Judgment – Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Planning/Organizing – Uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Interpersonal Skills – Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; remains open to others' ideas.
• Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time.
• Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.
• Initiative – Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Innovation – Generates suggestions for improving work.
• Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to signal and handle equipment.
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above shoulders.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions; and extreme cold and/or heat.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Benefits

• Highly 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

CRH has a long and proud heritage as a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies, and large enterprises. 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.