Paving Superintendent

Knife River • Bryan, TX

114d

About The Position

At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it's our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country, and we are a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are the key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and safely each day. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. We are also a publicly traded company on the NYSE with the ticker symbol KNF and part of the S&P MidCap 400 index. The basic function of the Paving Superintendent is to effectively supervise all aspects of the Knife River workforce, subcontractors, and to ensure that all aspects of the project are coordinated and completed in a timely, efficient, effective and profitable manner.

Requirements

• 8 years of asphalt paving industry or related experience is preferred.
• 3 years supervising crews and equipment is preferred.
• Current driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Flexible with schedule.

Nice To Haves

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships.
• Ability to schedule workers, subcontractors and suppliers to ensure project stays on schedule.
• Strong organizational and prioritizing skills.
• Thorough understanding of industry practices and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Ability to think critically to change plan quickly as needed.
• Proficient with iPad and web-based scheduling, tracking and timekeeping applications.
• Attention to detail is critical.
• Knowledge of road and traffic regulations.
• Must have strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Supervise multiple foremen and subcontractors on one or more paving projects.
• Work closely with Construction Manager, General Manager, Plant Manager, Project Engineers and other key personnel.
• Review daily cost reports.
• Manage project schedule.
• Communicate progress to key individuals.
• Meet with agencies and owners to build and maintain relationships.
• Approve daily timecards.
• Communicate and manage daily equipment needs with service department.
• Coordinate trucking with Logistics Manager and Trucking Supervisor.
• Provide training and direction to key personnel.
• Travel to project locations.
• Work a flexible schedule both days and nights.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Two Medical Plan Options with Generous Employer Contributions
• Health Savings Account (partially funded by Employer)
• Prescription Drug Plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care
• Dental
• Vision
• Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term Disability Income Replacement
• Company Paid Long Term Disability Income Replacement
• Profit Sharing
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Voluntary Life, Accident, and Critical Illness plans for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Company Paid Employee Assistance Plan, Travel Insurance, and Access to Legal Advice

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees