Abstract: A lightweight and portable vibrating screed is provided with an elongate open structure frame which may be made up of a plurality of interconnected frame units. A shaft is supported for rotation in spaced bearings along the frame and extends outwardly beyond the bearings at each end of the frame. Variable speed drive means is provided for rotating the shaft at a sufficient speed to cause deflection of the portions of the shaft between the bearings and the portions of the shaft extending outwardly beyond the bearings to impart uniform vibrations throughout the length of the screed.