Paving Project Manager

Turner Staffing Group•Charleston, SC

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About The Position

We’re seeking a seasoned Paving Project Manager with 5+ years of hands-on experience managing heavy highway asphalt projects. In this role, you will: Initially oversee two (2) large paving projects , ensuring they meet scope, schedule, budget, and quality targets. Subsequently manage three to four (3–4) concurrent projects as our pipeline grows. Drive operational excellence, mentor your project teams, and collaborate with estimating, safety, and maintenance departments.

Requirements

Experience: Minimum 5 years managing heavy highway asphalt projects (paving, milling, overlays).
Technical Knowledge: Proficient in asphalt mix design, compaction techniques, and equipment operation (pavers, rollers, milling machines).
Familiarity with state DOT specifications and ASTM testing procedures.
Project Management Skills: Strong scheduling, budgeting, and resource-allocation capabilities.
Comfortable using construction management software (e.g., Procore, HCSS HeavyBid).
Leadership & Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills; able to lead crews and negotiate with vendors.
Clear, concise report writing and presentation abilities.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety
AASHTO Quality Technician (Level I or II)
PMP or CCM credential

Responsibilities

Primary point of contact for assigned projects
Responsible for all correspondence to clients
Build and manage project schedules
Monitor and maintain project submittal process
Track quantities and field changes
Process all change orders
Review and track job cost
Prepare monthly invoices to project owner
Scheduling of all subcontractors
Attend and facilitate all project meetings (i.e. progress meetings with owner, pre and post construction meetings, etc.)
Work directly with Project Superintendents and Operations
Ensure safe, timely and under budget completion of all assigned projects
Coordinate subcontractors, material deliveries, and equipment to maintain workflow.
Enforce industry best practices and company safety policies on site.
Conduct regular site inspections and pre-pave reviews to ensure asphalt compaction and drainage specifications are met.
Serve as the primary point of contact for owners, engineers, and municipal agencies.
Prepare and present progress reports, change orders, and final project documentation.
Supervise field crews, foremen, and junior staff.
Foster a collaborative environment that encourages problem-solving and continuous improvement.
Monitor job costs and implement corrective actions to protect margins.
Participate in monthly project review meetings to evaluate performance against profit-sharing targets.