Chipseal Paving Foreman

Job ID: 522751

APAC-Kansas, Inc., Shears Construction, is a multi-million dollar heavy highway contractor that was established in 1874, and has multiple asphalt plants, ready mix plants, rock quarries and sand operations in Kansas. Shears is diversified with public, private and commercial work including paving, utility, dirt-grading and concrete flat work. Our valued employees produce quality work and products in a competitive market with safety first at all times. If you are seeking a rewarding career with challenging work, a variety of responsibilities, potential for advancement and looking for benefits of a large corporation with a small company feel, come join our team.

Lead With Excellence, Advance Your Career in Paving and Construction

Position Overview

Are you ready to take charge and make a tangible impact on every project you lead? We're seeking a dynamic, hands-on Chip Seal Paving Foreperson to guide our skilled crew and drive the success of our construction and paving operations. In this pivotal role, you'll combine leadership, problem-solving, and technical know-how to ensure high-quality, safe, and efficient project completion. If you thrive working alongside your team and are passionate about mentoring and delivering exceptional results, we want you on our team!

Key Responsibilities

• Champion a culture of safety-enforce all safety protocols and ensure the use of proper tools and equipment for every task.
• Lead and supervise your crew, delegating tasks efficiently and fostering a collaborative, high-performing environment.
• Support your team with hands-on work, including shoveling, raking, and safely guiding trucks during paving operations.
• Oversee the preparation and placement of construction materials, as well as the setup and removal of traffic control devices.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and company leadership regarding safety concerns, project progress, and personnel matters.
• Promote the company's values and interests in all aspects of your work, ensuring professionalism and integrity at every step.
• Take on additional responsibilities as needed to ensure project success.

Education & Experience

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 5 years' related experience in asphalt construction, paving, or a combination of relevant education and experience.
• Proven success supervising teams and/or leading traveling crews.
• Experience with budget management is a plus-or a willingness to learn.

What We're Looking For

• Strong leadership skills: ability to inspire, motivate, and develop team members.
• Excellent communication: skilled at building rapport, giving feedback, and resolving issues positively.
• Commitment to integrity, safety, and quality-no shortcuts, only high standards.
• Working knowledge of customer specifications to ensure projects are delivered right the first time.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
• Willingness to travel and work flexible, non-traditional hours as projects require.
• Professional, courteous, and adaptable-ready to represent our company with pride.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Frequently required to climb, balance, and perform tasks involving physical agility.
• Regularly sit, climb, and use hand signals or equipment; occasionally stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, stoop, crouch, or reach above shoulder height.
• Lift and move objects weighing up to 25-50 lbs as needed.
• Work primarily outdoors, often in extreme weather and environmental conditions.
• Comfortable working in all weather conditions; exposed to jobsite hazards such as moving machinery, high places, airborne particles, and loud environments.
• Must have specific vision abilities, including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, to operate equipment safely.
• Reasonable accommodations provided as necessary to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a respected team that values your expertise and leadership.
• Opportunities for career advancement and development.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A supportive work environment where your contributions truly matter.

Ready to build your future and take your career to the next level? Apply today to join our team as a Chip Seal Paving Foreperson and make your mark in the paving and construction industry!

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

APAC-Kansas, Inc., Shears Construction, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

AI tools may be used in certain stages of the employment lifecycle, such as candidate review; however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person.

Client-provided location(s): Emporia, KS

Job ID: CRH_FGB-522751-en_US

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2026-04-11T19:50:49