Concrete Paving Superintendent – Highway & Roadway Construction

We are seeking a Concrete Paving Superintendent to lead operations on a major interstate highway expansion project around the St. Louis, MO metro area. This role oversees slipform paving, crew supervision, and quality control across roadway and large-scale slab paving work. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership in heavy civil concrete paving and if outside the immediate area would be open to relocation.

What We Offer

• Base salary $130,000-$160,000 plus performance bonuses.
• Company Truck, fuel card, and phone reimbursement.
• Relocation assistance, including temporary housing support.
• Full-time, on-site leadership role with growth potential.
• Opportunity to lead on high-profile highway paving projects.

Key Responsibilities – Concrete Paving Superintendent

• Supervise daily concrete paving operations, including labor, equipment, and materials.
• Oversee slipform paving, stringline/stringless operations, and finishing processes for smoothness and uniformity.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, GPS technicians, and inspectors to keep work on schedule.
• Monitor concrete quality, slump, air content, curing timing, and compliance with specifications.
• Track production rates, paving quantities, and performance metrics, communicating progress to leadership.

Qualifications – Concrete Paving Superintendent

• Experience in heavy civil construction with a focus on concrete paving, such as roadways, highways, or large slabs. (5+ years in Supervisory role)
• Prior supervisory experience required; current/previous Superintendent title preferred, though experienced Foremen with strong concrete backgrounds will be considered.
• Working knowledge of slipform pavers, dowel bar inserters, curing equipment, and finishing machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret civil drawings, paving plans, and specifications.
• DOT project experience preferred; valid driver's license required.

Preferred Qualifications – Concrete Paving Supervisor

• Experience with GPS/stringless paving systems.
• Proficiency in construction management software.
• Background on DOT-regulated highway or airfield projects.
• Comfortable multitasking in a fast-paced outdoor construction environment.
• Strong communication and mentoring skills for training crew members.

Physical Requirements – Concrete Paving Superintendent

• Ability to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl throughout the workday.
• Frequent standing and walking on active job sites.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs as needed.
• Outdoor work in varying weather conditions typical of highway construction.
• On-site presence required; some travel between project locations possible.

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