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Jim Kaylor, ENV SP, CDT

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Managing Director at Chem Concrete USA
📍 Northridge, California, United States

Jim Kaylor is a second-generation concrete industry professional with deep expertise in cement chemistry, admixtures, and structural concrete. He serves as Managing Director for Chem Concrete USA and Principal for DURABILITY CONSULTANTS, focusing on quality control and sustainable solutions. He holds a B. B. A. from California State University, Northridge and multiple ACI certifications.

Jim appears on numerous industry podcasts, sharing his extensive knowledge on concrete standards, durability, and new technologies. In one interview, he mentions he used to race bicycles before he was "old and fat, " revealing a past athletic interest and a self-deprecating sense of humor.

Interesting fact: He followed in his fathers footsteps, who was a pioneer of using fibers in concrete on the West Coast.

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Experience
16 Years
Current Role
Managing Director
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Northridge, California, United States
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Priorities

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Concrete Durability
His entire career and multiple businesses, like DURABILITY CONSULTANTS, are built around enhancing the longevity and performance of concrete through advanced systems and admixtures.
Industry Standards
As a podcast guest, he frequently discusses the importance and intricacies of ASTM standards, emphasizing collaboration between engineers, manufacturers, and contractors to improve building practices.
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Career

Work history

1-2025
Managing Director
Chem Concrete USA
9-2023
Principal
Beyond Bar, Inc.
3-2018
Steward
DURABILITY CONSULTANTS
3-2017
Principal Consultant
DURABILITY CONSULTANTS
4-2011 - 3-2018
Technical Manager
Concrete Solutions West
In the press

Media appearances

EP #078 – The Role of ASTM in Concrete and Flooring (featuring Jim Kaylor, Managing Director, Chem Concrete USA). Featured in Concrete Logic Podcast
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Education
1983 - 1990
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.)
California State University, Northridge
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