• Paving Project Manager

    Turner Mining Group (Charleston, SC)


    Position: Paving Project Manager

     

    Employment Type: Full-Time, Long-Term

    Role Overview

    We're seeking a seasoned Paving Project Manager with 5+ years of hands-on experience managing heavy highway asphalt projects. In this role, you will:

     

    + Initially oversee two (2) large paving projects, ensuring they meet scope, schedule, budget, and quality targets.

    + Subsequently manage three to four (3–4) concurrent projects as our pipeline grows.

    + Drive operational excellence, mentor your project teams, and collaborate with estimating, safety, and maintenance departments.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Project Planning & Execution

    + Develop detailed project schedules, budgets, and resource plans.

    + Coordinate subcontractors, material deliveries, and equipment to maintain workflow.

    + Quality & Safety Oversight

    + Enforce industry best practices and company safety policies on site.

    + Conduct regular site inspections and pre-pave reviews to ensure asphalt compaction and drainage specifications are met.

    + Client & Stakeholder Management

    + Serve as the primary point of contact for owners, engineers, and municipal agencies.

    + Prepare and present progress reports, change orders, and final project documentation.

    + Team Leadership

    + Supervise field crews, foremen, and junior staff.

    + Foster a collaborative environment that encourages problem-solving and continuous improvement.

    + Cost Control & Profitability

    + Monitor job costs and implement corrective actions to protect margins.

    + Participate in monthly project review meetings to evaluate performance against profit-sharing targets.

    Required Qualifications

    + Experience: Minimum 5 years managing heavy highway asphalt projects (paving, milling, overlays).

    + Technical Knowledge:

    + Proficient in asphalt mix design, compaction techniques, and equipment operation (pavers, rollers, milling machines).

    + Familiarity with state DOT specifications and ASTM testing procedures.

    + Project Management Skills:

    + Strong scheduling, budgeting, and resource-allocation capabilities.

    + Comfortable using construction management software (e.g., Procore, HCSS HeavyBid).

    + Leadership & Communication:

    + Excellent interpersonal skills; able to lead crews and negotiate with vendors.

    + Clear, concise report writing and presentation abilities.

    + Certifications (preferred):

    + OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety

    + AASHTO Quality Technician (Level I or II)

    + PMP or CCM credential