Asphalt Paving Foreman at Granite Construction in Olympia, WA | USD50-60 | Kablio

Role

Description

staff allocation

project reporting

tool handling

task coordination

safety training

budget management

Providing adequate resources and staffing to meet project schedules, laws, regulations, best practices and safety needs
Regularly reporting project status to supervisors, site engineers and other officials
Reach for, handle, and grasp wires and hand tools
Delegating individual responsibilities and projects to crew members and contractors
Lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Coordinating daily tasks according to priorities and plans, making changes when necessary due to weather, supply, delivery and personnel
Emphasizing safe use of tools, machinery and equipment while providing training on safety gear, helmets and procedures Developing and managing project budgets and quality standards for all sites
Climb and maintain balance on ladders and scaffolds
Resolving conflicts or miscommunications quickly and amicably

Requirements

asphalt paving

customer service

leadership

decision-making

high school

time management

Customer-service skills to communicate with inspectors and administration to develop a positive working relationship.
Asphalt paving experience required
Work easily and skillfully with hands
Bend, crouch, and work in small places
See well (naturally or with correction) and distinguish colors
Speaking skills for providing clear orders, explaining complex information to clients and construction workers and discussing technical details
Time-management skills to meet deadlines and ensuring construction phases are completed on time so that the next phase can start.
High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience
Leadership skills for effectively delegating tasks to workers.
Decision-making skills for selecting personnel and subcontractors for specific tasks and jobs to meet deadlines and budgets.
THIS IS A SAFETY-SENSITIVE POSITION SUBJECT TO DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING REQUIREMENTS, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO PRE-EMPLOYMENT AND RANDOM TESTING.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

pre-employment and random drug/alcohol testing required.

Company

Overview

100+ Years

Experience

A legacy of reliable service spans over a century, contributing to major infrastructure projects nationwide.

Operates as a nationwide leader in construction and infrastructure.
Tackles major transportation, water, and commercial projects with a rich history in shaping vital infrastructure.
Delivers projects that span highways, bridges, tunnels, and water systems, transforming landscapes and cities.
Specializes in both heavy civil and commercial construction, providing integrated services from design to completion.
Known for managing complex, high-impact projects, often taking on the toughest challenges in the construction industry.
Financially stable and performs well in both private and public sectors, backed by decades of experience.
Projects contribute to significant U.S. infrastructure advancements, including major transit upgrades and water conservation initiatives.

Culture + Values

Safety for all: The safety and well-being of people, partners, and the public is the greatest responsibility. Every level of the organization is engaged in its safety culture.
Integrity always: Operated with integrity and the highest ethical standards. People know and do what is right and are expected to speak up when something is not right.
Excellence for stakeholders: Strive for a high-performance culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and quality in all aspects of work. Always perform and deliver work the right way for stakeholders.
Inclusion where everyone is valued: Value and respect a workforce diverse in perspective, experience, knowledge, and culture. Committed to an inclusive environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging and can grow.
Sustainability to ensure enduring value: Build a better future by integrating social responsibility, environmental stewardship, and dependable governance to deliver enduring economic value.

Environment + Sustainability

25% Emissions Reduction

GHG Emission Target

Committed to reducing Scope 1 greenhouse gas emissions by 25% by 2030 compared to a 2020 baseline.

1.03M Tons Diverted

Waste Recycling Achievement

Successfully diverted 1.03 million tons of waste from landfills by recycling asphalt pavements in 2021.

$22M Investment

Energy Efficiency Funding

Allocated $22 million company-wide to improve energy efficiency at materials facilities.

32 Sustainable Plants

Environmental Recognition

Recognized with NAPA Diamond Achievement Sustainable Commendations for asphalt plants in 2023.

Joined National Asphalt Pavement Association’s “The Road Forward” initiative to achieve net‑zero carbon emission asphalt pavements by 2050.
Published 2023 Sustainability Report aligned with GRI, SASB, TCFD.
Working to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 energy, emissions, and water intensity by 25% per square foot by 2030; covering 50% of income‑producing portfolio by 2030.
Exceeded goal to support on‑site solar PV: 45.32 MW installed, targeting 50 MW peak capacity by end of 2025.
Commit to certify 100% of new development projects under third‑party green building standards; currently 45% of properties by area hold third‑party green certification.
Joined US Green Building Council as Silver member to advance sustainable construction practices.

Inclusion & Diversity

Top Safety Year

Safety Achievement

The company achieved its safest year in history, reflecting a strong commitment to employee well-being and safety.

Pledged to inclusive diversity through employee resource groups: BUILD (Black/African American), GROW (Women), SOMOS (Hispanics/Latino), SRVC (Veterans).
Affirms 'Diversity is the mix and Inclusion is making the mix work' with leadership-backed ERGs offering mentoring, networking, career development.
Military-focused benefits and programs: supplemental pay, continued health/benefits under USERRA, SkillBridge residencies via Vets2PM, SRVC ERG for veterans and spouses.

Articles

Granite Construction Careers

Granite Construction Projects

Granite Construction Sustainability

Role

Description

staff allocation

project reporting

tool handling

task coordination

safety training

budget management

Providing adequate resources and staffing to meet project schedules, laws, regulations, best practices and safety needs
Regularly reporting project status to supervisors, site engineers and other officials
Reach for, handle, and grasp wires and hand tools
Delegating individual responsibilities and projects to crew members and contractors
Lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Coordinating daily tasks according to priorities and plans, making changes when necessary due to weather, supply, delivery and personnel
Emphasizing safe use of tools, machinery and equipment while providing training on safety gear, helmets and procedures Developing and managing project budgets and quality standards for all sites
Climb and maintain balance on ladders and scaffolds
Resolving conflicts or miscommunications quickly and amicably

Requirements

asphalt paving

customer service

leadership

decision-making

high school

time management

Customer-service skills to communicate with inspectors and administration to develop a positive working relationship.
Asphalt paving experience required
Work easily and skillfully with hands
Bend, crouch, and work in small places
See well (naturally or with correction) and distinguish colors
Speaking skills for providing clear orders, explaining complex information to clients and construction workers and discussing technical details
Time-management skills to meet deadlines and ensuring construction phases are completed on time so that the next phase can start.
High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience
Leadership skills for effectively delegating tasks to workers.
Decision-making skills for selecting personnel and subcontractors for specific tasks and jobs to meet deadlines and budgets.
THIS IS A SAFETY-SENSITIVE POSITION SUBJECT TO DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING REQUIREMENTS, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO PRE-EMPLOYMENT AND RANDOM TESTING.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

pre-employment and random drug/alcohol testing required.

Company

Overview

100+ Years

Experience

A legacy of reliable service spans over a century, contributing to major infrastructure projects nationwide.

Operates as a nationwide leader in construction and infrastructure.
Tackles major transportation, water, and commercial projects with a rich history in shaping vital infrastructure.
Delivers projects that span highways, bridges, tunnels, and water systems, transforming landscapes and cities.
Specializes in both heavy civil and commercial construction, providing integrated services from design to completion.
Known for managing complex, high-impact projects, often taking on the toughest challenges in the construction industry.
Financially stable and performs well in both private and public sectors, backed by decades of experience.
Projects contribute to significant U.S. infrastructure advancements, including major transit upgrades and water conservation initiatives.

Culture + Values

Safety for all: The safety and well-being of people, partners, and the public is the greatest responsibility. Every level of the organization is engaged in its safety culture.
Integrity always: Operated with integrity and the highest ethical standards. People know and do what is right and are expected to speak up when something is not right.
Excellence for stakeholders: Strive for a high-performance culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and quality in all aspects of work. Always perform and deliver work the right way for stakeholders.
Inclusion where everyone is valued: Value and respect a workforce diverse in perspective, experience, knowledge, and culture. Committed to an inclusive environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging and can grow.
Sustainability to ensure enduring value: Build a better future by integrating social responsibility, environmental stewardship, and dependable governance to deliver enduring economic value.

Environment + Sustainability

25% Emissions Reduction

GHG Emission Target

Committed to reducing Scope 1 greenhouse gas emissions by 25% by 2030 compared to a 2020 baseline.

1.03M Tons Diverted

Waste Recycling Achievement

Successfully diverted 1.03 million tons of waste from landfills by recycling asphalt pavements in 2021.

$22M Investment

Energy Efficiency Funding

Allocated $22 million company-wide to improve energy efficiency at materials facilities.

32 Sustainable Plants

Environmental Recognition

Recognized with NAPA Diamond Achievement Sustainable Commendations for asphalt plants in 2023.

Joined National Asphalt Pavement Association’s “The Road Forward” initiative to achieve net‑zero carbon emission asphalt pavements by 2050.
Published 2023 Sustainability Report aligned with GRI, SASB, TCFD.
Working to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 energy, emissions, and water intensity by 25% per square foot by 2030; covering 50% of income‑producing portfolio by 2030.
Exceeded goal to support on‑site solar PV: 45.32 MW installed, targeting 50 MW peak capacity by end of 2025.
Commit to certify 100% of new development projects under third‑party green building standards; currently 45% of properties by area hold third‑party green certification.
Joined US Green Building Council as Silver member to advance sustainable construction practices.

Inclusion & Diversity

Top Safety Year

Safety Achievement

The company achieved its safest year in history, reflecting a strong commitment to employee well-being and safety.

Pledged to inclusive diversity through employee resource groups: BUILD (Black/African American), GROW (Women), SOMOS (Hispanics/Latino), SRVC (Veterans).
Affirms 'Diversity is the mix and Inclusion is making the mix work' with leadership-backed ERGs offering mentoring, networking, career development.
Military-focused benefits and programs: supplemental pay, continued health/benefits under USERRA, SkillBridge residencies via Vets2PM, SRVC ERG for veterans and spouses.

Articles

Granite Construction Careers

Granite Construction Projects

Granite Construction Sustainability