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What is a paving manager?

Paving Managers are professionals responsible for overseeing and coordinating paving projects, such as roadways, parking lots, and driveways. They manage crews, schedules, budgets, and ensure that projects comply with safety and quality standards. Their duties often include planning project phases, sourcing materials, and communicating with clients and subcontractors. Paving Managers play a key role in ensuring that asphalt or concrete paving jobs are completed efficiently, safely, and to specification.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a paving manager?

To thrive as a Paving Manager, you need expertise in construction management, knowledge of paving materials and techniques, and often a degree in civil engineering or construction technology. Familiarity with project management software, GPS-based equipment controls, and safety compliance systems is typically required. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help manage teams and coordinate with clients and subcontractors. These skills and qualities ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget, leading to successful paving operations.

What are the main challenges a paving manager typically faces on large-scale projects?

A Paving Manager on large-scale projects often encounters challenges such as coordinating multiple crews, managing tight project timelines, and ensuring consistent material quality. Weather conditions and unexpected site issues can also disrupt schedules, requiring quick problem-solving and adaptation. Additionally, maintaining open communication with contractors, suppliers, and clients is crucial to keep projects on track and within budget.

What is the difference between Paving Manager vs Paving Supervisor?

AspectPaving ManagerPaving Supervisor
ResponsibilitiesOversees entire paving projects, manages teams, plans schedules, and ensures quality standards.Supervises daily paving activities, directs crew members, and enforces safety protocols.
CredentialsTypically requires a relevant certification or experience in paving or construction management.Usually needs experience in paving work and supervisory skills, with some certifications preferred.
Work EnvironmentOffice-based planning combined with site visits; managerial meetings and project oversight.
Industry UsageCommonly used in construction and infrastructure companies for project leadership roles.

The main difference between a Paving Manager and a Paving Supervisor lies in scope and responsibilities. The Paving Manager handles overall project management, planning, and coordination, while the Paving Supervisor focuses on supervising daily paving operations and crew management. Both roles require relevant experience, but the manager typically has broader oversight and strategic duties.

What are the most commonly searched types of Paving jobs in Oregon?

The most popular types of Paving jobs in Oregon are:

What cities in Oregon are hiring for Paving Manager jobs?

Cities in Oregon with the most Paving Manager job openings:

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Asphalt Paving Project Manager

ASPHALT INFRASTRUCTURE

Woodburn, OR

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

This position is in the Pacific Northwest (Oregon)

Job Duties and Responsibilities

  • Ensure that safety protocols are followed, PPE, and safety tools and equipment are used consistently. Daily & weekly safety meetings/briefings are occurring.
  • A pre-construction safety plan is developed with the management team prior to beginning work. Promoting a safety culture at Kerr is the priority.
  • Ensure that quality workmanship is provided by all of our crews. Systematic internal checks and QC processes are used and double-checked.
  • Ensuring that Kerr Core Values are implemented and adhered to.
  • Administers prime contract, subcontracts, paving truck fleet, including communications, document control, change management, payments, budget updates, and review of the performance of direct reports, schedule management.
  • Accountable for the profitable and timely execution of all projects assigned.
  • Ensures daily job records project documents are current and accurate.
  • Resolve contract issues and conflicts timely with the project owner, suppliers, subcontractors, and other project parties.
  • Daily job costing of crew activities and trucking
  • Communicate with Paving Manager and Others.
  • Team up with Paving Group on Master Paving Schedule
  • Coordinate with the paving group to Utilize Equipment and Manpower.

Qualifications

  • Must have a valid license and clean driving record
  • Must pass a pre-employment drug screen
  • Minimum of 10 years experience managing asphalt paving contracts for public works and private owners for a variety of job types including site work, highway, and road, utilities, airport, etc.
  • Work experience on ODOT and WSDOT paving projects is preferred.
  • A BS in Construction Management is preferred, but not mandatory, or equivalent job experience.
  • Experience using project management software systems such as HCSS Heavy Job, electronic document control systems and file storage, project scheduling using MS Project, SureTrak, P6, or similar CPM software.
  • Experience effectively and timely resolving contract disputes and managing changes.
  • Experience managing multiple paving projects with a range of sizes and an annual aggregate of $20MM to $25MM or more.
  • Experience with plant mix operations, pit, and aggregate production.
  • Experience with quality management including plant production and field placing testing, smoothness, Intelligent Compaction

Benefits

  • Competitive Salary
  • PTO
  • Community Involvement
  • Team Building Events
  • Annual Company Events
  • Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 401k
  • Paid Holidays

As an equal opportunity employer, Kerr Contractors will hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Kerr Contractors also enforces a zero-tolerance drug policy.