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Asphalt Paving Superintendent

Join Our Leadership Team at Kerr Contractors

About Kerr Contractors:
Since 1988, Kerr Contractors has been shaping the landscape of the Pacific Northwest as a premier heavy civil contractor. We’ve earned our reputation as one of the region’s most technically advanced earth-moving, road-building, and underground utilities contractors. At Kerr, we don’t just move dirt and build roads – we build lasting relationships and communities.

What You’ll Do:

Leading heavy civil contractor seeking an experienced Asphalt Paving Superintendent to oversee multiple crews and deliver excellence in paving operations across the Pacific Northwest.

  • Drive project success by leading multiple paving crews to meet quality and schedule targets
  • Build strong relationships with project stakeholders, from crew members to client representatives
  • Transform project plans into well-executed paving operations through expert coordination
  • Foster a safety-first culture while maintaining high productivity
  • Implement innovative solutions to complex paving challenges
  • Lead daily operations of multiple paving crews
  • Coordinate with project managers and stakeholders for seamless execution
  • Manage material procurement, equipment allocation, and crew scheduling
  • Ensure quality control meets or exceeds project specifications
  • Conduct daily safety briefings and maintain rigorous safety standards
  • Review and optimize daily production costs
  • Provide mentorship and technical guidance to crew members
What You’ll Need:
  • 10+ years of proven asphalt paving experience
  • Deep technical knowledge of paving operations and grade establishment
  • Track record of successful project delivery
  • Valid Driver’s License (CDL preferred)
  • Strong leadership presence and communication skills
  • Commitment to safety excellence
  • Ability to travel to project sites as needed
Compensation & Benefits:
  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance ****(Employer pays monthly premiums for Medical & Dental after waiting period + dependents included after additional waiting period – both fulfilling F/T successful employment at Kerr Contractors)
  • 401(k) with up to 4% employer match
  • Vacation Pay and paid holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Community involvement and team-building events
  • Opportunity to work on landmark projects that shape our communities

To apply for any of our open positions, please fill out an application using the link below and email to our Recruiting Team or come into our office in Woodburn. We can be reached at (971) 216-0050 for any questions regarding our application process.

Equal Opportunity Statement: 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.

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, don’t hesitate to get in touch with Human Resources at [email protected]

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