Asphalt Paving Foreman

SW Washington / Portland Area Paving Contractor

Asphalt Paving Foreman

Portland / Vancouver Metro Area

Full Time
3+ Years of Experience Preferred
$45–$50 per hour, DOE + Prevailing Wage Opportunities

Company Overview

We are a well-established asphalt paving contractor serving commercial, industrial, municipal, and public works clients throughout Southwest Washington and the Portland metropolitan area. Our team is committed to quality workmanship, safety, customer satisfaction, and building long-term careers for our employees.

About the Job

We are seeking an experienced Asphalt Paving Foreman to lead one of our paving crews and oversee daily field operations. This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who understands asphalt paving, can effectively manage a crew, and takes pride in delivering high-quality work safely and efficiently.

The Paving Foreman reports directly to the Superintendent and is responsible for planning and directing the day's work, coordinating crew members and equipment, making daily asphalt mix calls to the plant, communicating jobsite needs, and ensuring each project is completed safely, on schedule, and to specification.

Why Join Our Team?

We believe great employees deserve great benefits.

Compensation & Benefits:

$45–$50 per hour DOE
Prevailing wage opportunities on qualifying public works projects
100% employer-paid employee medical, dental, and vision insurance
Company truck
401(k) with company match
Paid Time Off
Company-paid life insurance
Year-round work opportunities
Ongoing training and advancement opportunities

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and supervise the daily activities of an asphalt paving crew.
Coordinate manpower, equipment, trucking, and materials to maximize production.
Make daily asphalt mix calls to the asphalt plant and manage material quantities throughout the day.
Review project plans and daily production goals with the Superintendent.
Maintain a safe, organized, and productive jobsite.
Direct paving operations, including layout, grade, paving sequence, joints, compaction, and finished product quality.
Coordinate with truck drivers to maintain a continuous flow of asphalt.
Conduct daily safety meetings and enforce company safety policies.
Complete daily reports including labor, equipment usage, production, and material quantities.
Communicate project progress, equipment needs, schedule changes, and jobsite issues to the Superintendent.
Perform pre-shift equipment inspections and ensure equipment is maintained properly.
Work alongside the crew as needed to keep production moving.
Maintain positive working relationships with customers, inspectors, suppliers, subcontractors, and fellow employees.
Ensure all work complies with company standards, project specifications, and applicable state and federal requirements.

Qualifications:

Minimum 3 years of asphalt paving experience; previous foreman or crew leadership experience strongly preferred.
Strong understanding of paving operations, including pavers, screeds, rollers, grade control, compaction, and material flow.
Experience ordering asphalt and coordinating directly with asphalt plants.
Ability to lead crews, solve problems in the field, and communicate effectively.
Ability to read plans and anticipate jobsite needs.
Valid driver's license required.
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and perform physically demanding work.
Willingness to work early mornings, overtime, and occasional weekends as project schedules require.
Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal or state law.