Construction Prep Crew Foreman

• Lead daily milling and roadway preparation activities, coordinating personnel, equipment, and resources to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and according to schedule.
• Oversee grading, base repair, surface correction, and asphalt preparation operations.

• Direct and support the operation of milling machines, motor graders, dozers, rollers, skid steers, and other roadway construction equipment.
• Monitor production rates, equipment utilization, and crew performance to maximize efficiency and quality.

• Utilize expertise in grading, slope control, drainage, and roadway profile correction to ensure surfaces are properly prepared for asphalt placement.
• Verify work meets project specifications and paving requirements.

• Read and interpret plans, grade stakes, project specifications, and paving requirements.
• Coordinate daily activities with project managers, paving crews, trucking operations, subcontractors, and inspectors to maintain project timelines.

• Supervise, train, mentor, and evaluate mill and prep crew personnel.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement while developing operator and laborer skillsets.

• Promote and enforce OSHA regulations, company safety standards, traffic control requirements, and safe work practices.
• Conduct jobsite safety meetings, inspections, and hazard assessments to maintain a safe working environment.

• Inspect roadway preparation work to ensure proper grade, compaction, and surface conditions prior to paving operations.
• Quickly identify and resolve field challenges that could impact quality, production, or project schedules.

• Coordinate daily equipment inspections and preventative maintenance activities.
• Monitor equipment condition and communicate repair needs to minimize downtime and support operational reliability.

• Serve as the primary point of communication between field crews, superintendents, project managers, and paving operations.
• Provide clear direction and maintain alignment on production goals, schedules, and project expectations.

• Assist with project planning, manpower allocation, and daily scheduling. Maintain accurate records of production activities, equipment utilization, safety documentation, and project progress.

• Assist with project planning, manpower allocation, and daily scheduling. Maintain accurate records of production activities, equipment utilization, safety documentation, and project progress.

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in road construction with at least 1–2 years in a leadership role.

• Strong understanding of asphalt paving and construction equipment, methods, and techniques.

• Ability to read and interpret plans, grades, and job specifications.

• Knowledge of OSHA and company safety standards.

• Effective leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Valid driver’s license (CDL preferred but not required).

• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and work extended hours during peak season.