Careers

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We hire exceptional people with a shared passion to meet the challenges of the construction industry. We value safety, integrity, ingenuity, and a positive work ethic, and our highest priority is our people. Every Security Paving Team Member has the opportunity to contribute to building company and personal success.

Security Paving is dedicated to building the knowledge, skills, and abilities that will ensure our employees success in both their professional and personal lives. Our training and development program works with individual employees and their supervisors to plan and achieve long-term career development goals.

If you are interested in working for a construction company on a mission to develop extraordinary people, leverage great opportunities, and create long-term success, submit your resume to the right. We continually see the right people for the right position. Consider a career opportunity in one of the following positions:

Internships

Security Paving employs motivated interns on projects throughout California and Nevada. If you are a construction or engineering major looking for a rewarding, real-world experience, submit your resume and a brief essay explaining why you would like to gain valuable job experience with us.

Current Openings

POSITION:   Junior Project Engineer

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist Project Manager with field and project engineering, quality control, contract administration, shop drawing review, submittals,    RFI’s, scheduling, and related support functions.
• Assist Project Manager and Project Superintendent in establishing the construction plan and engineering methods.
• Assist with material procurement and invoice approval.
• Coordinate and review drawings, submissions, specifications, changes and document control.
• Assist with the preparation and maintenance of the project schedule and costing system.
• Prepare and track monthly quantities, progress payments and estimates.
• Subcontract administration – defining scope of work, answering inquiries, monitoring progress, tracking and processing payments.
• Designing temporary works and inspection.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in construction management or equivalent experience.
• 3 years of related experience (preferred but not required)
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to complete and prioritize tasks on multiple concurrent projects within given timeframes.
• Sound administrative and management skills.
• Strong analytical, numerical, reasoning abilities and problem-solving skills
• Results-oriented.

Job Location: Goleta, CA 

Benefits:  Medical, Dental and Vision, Paid Time Off and Profit-Sharing Plan

Salary Range: $21.50-$26.50 per hour

POSITION: Project Engineer    

Key Responsibilities:

Field Operations:

• Assisting with surveying, testing, sample collection, drawing correction and filing, check material deliveries
• Assisting with time keeping and cost control, inventory control, schedule checking, subcontractor monitoring
• Assisting with report preparation, safety inspections, submittal logging and processing
• Observing and reporting results of meeting, conducting site tours for visitors

Office Operations:

• Preparing quantity take-offs, calling vendors and subcontractors for proposals
• Checking drawings and specifications for completeness, discrepancies, etc.
• Attending bid opening, conferences, etc. and taking notes, making records, completing forms
• Assisting with project record keeping, preparing shop drawings, assisting with cost control records

Project Management:

• Assisting project managers and superintendents at as high a responsibility as practical
• Coordinating sub-contractor activities, verifying work and recommending progress payments, inspecting
• Obtaining permits and licenses, checking zoning and code requirements, designing temporary facilities
• Arranging for utility services, conducting safety inspections and training, supervise punch-list activities
• Expediting material deliveries, assisting in documenting and preparing claims
• Verifying work hours, materials and other elements necessary for updating database files
• Preparing briefing chart and formal reports, etc.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
• Internships or experience in construction highly preferred
• Excellent verbal communication skills - dealing with multiple supervisors and sub-trades
• Basic knowledge of construction specifications, methods and procedures
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software
• Ability to apply basic engineering principles to construction challenges
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment potentially reporting to many different people

Job Location: Bakersfield, CA 

Benefits:  Medical, Dental and Vision, Paid Time Off and Profit-Sharing Plan

Salary Range: $66,560 to $80,000 per year

POSITION: Project Manager

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Management: Oversee the full project life cycle from pre-construction to project closeout, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery.
• Budgeting & Cost Control: Develop, monitor, and control project budgets. Approve progress payments and ensure accurate forecasting of project costs.
• Scheduling: Create and manage project schedules, coordinating activities with subcontractors, suppliers, and other key stakeholders to ensure timely completion.
• Change Orders & Contract Management: Review and negotiate change orders, claims, and contract modifications. Ensure compliance with contract terms and conditions.
• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor project engineers, superintendents, and other staff to foster a collaborative work environment.
• Client & Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders. Provide regular progress updates and address any project concerns
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure all construction activities adhere to safety regulations and company policies. Promote a strong safety culture on site.
• Quality Control: Implement quality assurance and control measures to ensure all work is performed to the highest standards.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize project disruptions.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 5-10 years of project management experience in heavy civil construction (highways, bridges, utilities, etc.).
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred. Equivalent work experience will be considered.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera P6) and familiarity with cost control software.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of construction contracts, change orders, and public procurement processes.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead and manage multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and team members.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to think critically, troubleshoot issues on site, and make informed decisions.
• Licenses: PE license or other relevant certifications are a plus.

Job Location: Bakersfield, CA or Tulare, CA

Benefits:  Medical, Dental and Vision, Paid Time Off and Profit-Sharing Plan

Salary Range: $120,000 to $170,000 per year

For immediate consideration, please email your resume to jobs@securitypaving.com

EEO/Reasonable Accommodation Notice

Security Paving recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, color, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law, and as such affirms in policy and practice to support and promote the concept of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and municipal laws. Security Paving prohibits discrimination on other bases such as ancestry, medical condition, or marital status under applicable laws. We make reasonable accommodations to meet our obligations under the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and state disability laws.