Asphalt Paving Superintendent

Good Pay! Good Benefits! Good People!  Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and go home safely each day. Please consider joining our growing team today!

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. 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.

ROLE OVERVIEW:

This position is responsible 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.

Typical schedule is Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM with work every other Saturday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM.

DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES (summary of components that make up the job)

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

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (types and extent of knowledge, skills or abilities an incumbent must possess to complete the job responsibilities satisfactorily)

1. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships.
2. Effectively communicate with crews, foremen, supervisors, agencies, owners and the community.
3. Ability to schedule workers, subcontractors and suppliers to ensure project stays on schedule.
4. Ability to supervise construction projects effectively and efficiently.
5. Strong organizational and prioritizing skills.
6. Thorough understanding of industry practices and regulatory compliance requirements.
7. Work well under pressure and with tight deadlines.
8. Ability to think critically to change plan quickly as needed.
9. Proficient with iPad and web-based scheduling, tracking and timekeeping applications.
10. Ability to identify, troubleshoot and resolve problems on projects before they become major issues.
11. Attention to detail is critical.
12. Able to ensure projects are in compliance with the Company’s Safety and Health Manual.
13. Ability to work on weekends, public holidays, and at night.
14. Ability to work for long hours in all weather conditions.
15. Knowledge of road and traffic regulations.
16. Must have strong work ethic.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (minimum educational, experience, or other relevant job requirements)

1. 8 years of asphalt paving industry or related experience is preferred.
2. 3 years supervising crews and equipment is preferred.
3. Ability to provide and maintain proper licensure, medical card and acceptable driving record.
4. Flexible with schedule. 

BENEFITS:

1. Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
2. Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
3. 401(k) with Company Match
4. Profit Sharing
5. Paid Time Off
6. Paid Sick Time 
7. 8 Paid Holidays
8. Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
9. Short-term Disability
10. Employee Assistance Program
11. Years of Service Recognition
12. Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents
13. Critical Illness Plan
14. Accident Coverage Plan
15. Hospital Indemnity
16. Employee Appreciation Program

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal laws.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

All applications are submitted online. If you are having issues completing the application, please come to the office for assistance.