Bridge Foreman

We are seeking an experienced Bridge Foreman to lead bridge construction crews on heavy civil transportation projects. The Bridge Foreman is responsible for supervising daily field operations, coordinating manpower and equipment, maintaining safety and quality standards, and ensuring work is completed on schedule. This position requires strong leadership skills and extensive hands-on experience with bridge construction activities including concrete structures, formwork, falsework, pile driving, reinforcing steel, and structural concrete placement.

The successful candidate will work closely with Superintendents, Project Managers, Engineers, subcontractors, and inspectors to safely deliver high-quality bridge and structure projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise bridge crews in daily construction activities.
• Plan, schedule, and assign work to crew members to maximize productivity and efficiency.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with company, client, OSHA, and DOT safety requirements.
• Read and interpret construction plans, specifications, shop drawings, and grade information.
• Coordinate labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors to meet project schedules.
• Conduct daily safety meetings and maintain a strong safety culture on the jobsite.
• Monitor workmanship to ensure all work meets project specifications and quality standards.
• Communicate regularly with Superintendents, Project Managers, Engineers, and inspectors regarding project progress and potential issues.
• Assist with planning concrete pours, structural steel activities, and other critical operations.
• Track production, manpower utilization, and equipment needs.
• Identify and resolve field issues to minimize delays and maintain project schedules.
• Train, mentor, and develop crew members.
• Maintain accurate daily reports and documentation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 5 years of bridge construction experience, including supervisory or foreman-level responsibilities.
• Strong background in heavy civil construction and transportation infrastructure projects.
• Experience with bridge structures, reinforced concrete, formwork systems, and structural construction.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and project schedules.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements and bridge construction best practices.
• Proven ability to lead crews and coordinate multiple activities simultaneously.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced construction environment and adapt to changing project conditions.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record required.
• OSHA 10 required; OSHA 30 preferred.
• Experience with DOT, state highway, or municipal projects is preferred.

Preferred Experience

• Bridge deck rehabilitation and replacement.
• Pile driving operations.
• Structural concrete placement and finishing.
• Reinforcing steel installation.
• Crane picks and rigging operations.
• Structural steel erection.
• Cast-in-place and precast bridge components.
• Work on highway and interstate bridge projects.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)