Concrete Paving Superintendent

Job Summary:

The Concrete Paving Superintendent is responsible for overseeing all phases of concrete paving operations, ensuring high-quality workmanship, safety compliance, efficient scheduling, and cost-effective execution. This role requires deep knowledge of concrete paving processes, equipment, and materials—including slipform paving operations—and proven leadership experience on roadway, highway, or airfield paving projects.

Essential Functions / Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and manage daily concrete paving operations, including labor, equipment, and materials.


• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, survey/GPS technicians, subcontractors, and inspectors to ensure smooth and timely execution of work.


• Plan, schedule, and sequence paving activities to meet project deadlines and production goals.


• Monitor concrete quality, slump, air content, finishing standards, cure timing, and compliance with all project specifications.


• Oversee slipform paving, stringline/stringless operations, and finishing processes to ensure uniformity and smoothness.


• Conduct daily site inspections and toolbox talks, enforcing safety protocols and identifying potential hazards.


• Review and interpret project drawings, specifications, mix designs, and job orders.


• Track production rates, paving quantities, equipment utilization, and performance metrics; communicate progress and challenges to senior management.


• Coordinate with concrete suppliers to ensure timely delivery, mix accuracy, and temperature control.


• Ensure proper curing methods, joint layout, saw-cut timing, and surface finishing techniques.


• Train, mentor, and evaluate crew members, promoting teamwork, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement.


• Maintain accurate records of work performed, materials used, and labor hours.

Qualifications:

• Experience in heavy civil construction with a focus on concrete paving (roadways, airfields, highways, or large slabs).


• Experience in a supervisory or superintendent role overseeing concrete paving crews.


• Strong knowledge of slipform pavers, curing equipment, dowel bar inserters (DBIs), vibrators, finishing equipment, and supporting machinery.


• Proficient in reading and interpreting civil drawings, paving plans, specifications, and contracts.


• Strong understanding of DOT standards, concrete mix designs, QC/QA practices, and environmental regulations.


• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.


• Ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced outdoor construction environment.


• Experience with GPS/stringless paving systems is a plus.


• Proficiency in construction management software is a plus.


• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Physical Requirements and Working Environment:

• Ability to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, walk, stand; Able to frequently lift and/or move up to 10 lbs. and lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.