Paving Superintendent

Job Summary

Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are the key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools. Training and time to do their job productively and go home safely each day. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. Join our growing team today.

• Supervise multiple foremen or subcontractors on one or more paving projects
• Work closely with Construction Superintendent, General Superintendent, Plant Manager, Project Engineers and other key personnel
• Communicate with crew and traffic control on the daily paving plans and ensure a safe work environment
• Manage project schedules to ensure efficiency and production without sacrificing quality of work.
• Review daily cost reports
• Communicate progress to key individuals
• Meet with agencies and owners to build and maintain relationships
• Approve daily timecards
• Communicate and manage daily equipment needs with service departments
• Coordinate trucking with Trucking Supervisor and Dispatcher
• Provide training and direction for key personnel
• Travel to project locations
• Work a flexible schedule both days and nights
• Perform other duties as required

• 8 years of asphalt paving industry or related experience
• 3 years supervising crews and equipment
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships
• Effectively communicate with crews, foremen, agencies, owners and the community
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills
• Thorough understanding of the industry practices and regulatory compliance requirements
• Work well under pressure and with tight deadlines
• Ability to think critically and change plan as needed
• Current driver's license
• Flexible schedule

• Company paid medical, dental, and vision
• 401K with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability

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 law.

Knife River Montana offers a 401(k) as well as COMPANY PAID medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and their dependents. Paid time off (PTO) offered after 90 days successful employment. We are a drug‑free work environment requiring pre‑employment and random drug testing. Subject to background check. You may apply online at .

If unable to apply online, mail completed application to: 4800 Wilkie Road, Missoula, MT

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