Paving Crew Foreman

Granite Construction

. Supervise and coordinate the work of paving crew workers .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeJackson • Mississippi • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership and decision-making skills to effectively supervise paving crews, manage project budgets, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. Proficient in technical interpretation of construction methods and documentation while maintaining high-quality standards.

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Leadership SkillsDecision-Making SkillsTechnical SkillsTime-Management SkillsCustomer-Service Skills

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Hard Skills

Project Budget ManagementTechnical Drawing InterpretationConstruction MethodologySafety Procedures TrainingConflict Resolution

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsDelegation SkillsMentoring Skills

Tools & Technologies

Safety GearConstruction ToolsMachinery

Industry Keywords

Paving Crew SupervisionProject SchedulingQuality StandardsRegulatory ComplianceWork-Progress Documentation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supervise and coordinate the work of paving crew workers
Coordinate daily tasks according to priorities and plans
Adjust work plans for weather, supply, delivery and personnel changes
Delegate responsibilities and projects to crew members and contractors
Recruit, hire, train, manage and mentor employees and contractors
Provide resources and staffing to meet project schedules, laws, regulations, best practices and safety needs
Emphasize safe use of tools, machinery and equipment
Train workers on safety gear, helmets and procedures
Develop and manage project budgets and quality standards for all sites
Resolve conflicts and miscommunications
Report project status to supervisors, site engineers and other officials

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience
Appropriate training and experience required
Customer-service skills to communicate with inspectors and administration
Decision-making skills for selecting personnel and subcontractors
Leadership skills for delegating tasks to workers
Speaking skills for giving clear orders and explaining complex information
Technical skills for interpreting construction methods, technologies, contracts and technical drawings
Time-management skills to meet deadlines
Writing skills for budgets, proposals, plans and work-progress documentation
Ability to work skillfully with hands
Ability to climb and balance on ladders and scaffolds
Ability to see well and distinguish colors
Ability to reach, handle and grasp wires and hand tools
Ability to bend, crouch and work in small places
Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds
Must complete pre-hire drug testing

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employee-focused rewards and development
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities
Drug-free workplace with pre-hire drug testing