Innovation Program Manager, Asphalt & Roads

CRH is a leading global diversified building materials group, employing over 75,800 people at more than 3,160 locations in 29 countries. CRH is the leading building materials company in North America and the world. We manufacture and distribute a diverse range of superior building materials, products, and solutions, which are used extensively in construction projects of all sizes.

Job Summary

The Innovation Program Manager for Asphalt & Roads will lead the design, validation, and execution of innovation initiatives aligned with the company’s strategic roadmap for future mobility, paving solutions, and sustainable road infrastructure. Reporting directly to the VP of Innovation, this role will connect strategy to execution, transforming technical insights into scalable projects with real business impact.

Job Location

This role is based at our Corporate office in the Perimeter area of Atlanta, GA – hybrid work schedule

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the creation of project proposals for asphalt and road innovation, ensuring alignment with the strategic roadmap.
• Engage with operating companies and business units to validate needs, refine proposals, and secure sponsorship from business leaders.
• Support Ventures and other functions in evaluating technologies and opportunities brought by startups, universities, and research institutions to validate and scale up technology.
• Define detailed project execution plans, including objectives, scope, budget, and schedule.
• Conduct early technical and scientific evaluations to confirm feasibility and optimize scope.
• Coordinate SME and expert reviews to finalize proposals and prepare for approval.
• Support the preparation and delivery of executive presentations to secure project funding.
• Manage active projects throughout their lifecycle, ensuring technical, financial, and strategic alignment.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related technical discipline (advanced degree strongly recommended).
• 5 or more years of relevant experience in asphalt materials, road construction, pavement engineering, or related industries.
• Proven track record across the product development cycle, from concept through pilot and commercialization.
• Strong technical knowledge of asphalt mix design, bitumen chemistry, pavement performance, and emerging sustainable technologies (e.g., recycling, warm mix, additives, alternative binders, fuels).
• Ability to build partnerships with startups, universities, and technology providers.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, capable of influencing across multiple business units.
• Strategic thinker with hands-on execution skills, able to connect R&D with business needs.

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.

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CRH 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.