Bridge Construction Lead — Build Big Projects & Teams

Ames Construction; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ames Construction, a leading heavy civil contractor, seeks a seasoned foreman to supervise bridge and highway projects in North Carolina. You will lead craft crews, enforce safety, manage schedules and budgets, and coordinate with engineers, safety managers and clients to deliver high-quality work on time.

Ideal candidates bring at least 10 years of frontline leadership in highway construction, strong communication, cost-control discipline, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years as a foreman/supervisor in Highway Heavy Construction.
• Highly knowledgeable in bridge construction, structural concrete, forming, placing concrete, finishing.
• Understanding of cost management processes, planning and scheduling.
• Experience in managing crews of 20+ employees.
• Strong communication skills both written and oral.
• Good attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies.
• Time management, multitasking, and prioritization are crucial.
• Must have a valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Instill Safety as a top priority.
• Hiring, training and development of craft personnel.
• Develop and maintain open communications with Crews, Project Engineers, Safety Managers and Clients.
• Monitor job schedule to ensure it is on track and coordinate work with contractors and deliveries with suppliers.
• Ensure construction complies with drawings, specifications and all contractual requirements.
• Assist in preparing and executing work plans, manpower levels, material quantities, schedules and equipment requirements.
• Monitor and adhere to established budgetary guidelines, and ensure that cost control measures are being followed.
• Inform project management of potential problems, work interferences, schedule difficulties, etc. and assist in solving these issues.
• Lead an effective discipline team, delegating responsibilities and setting goals to ensure a production of high-quality work that meets the requirements of company policies, procedures, industry standards, and client expectations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Foreman/supervisor experience

Bridge construction knowledge

Crew management

Communication skills

Cost management

Attention to detail

Time management

Motivation/positive attitude

Driver's license

Job description

Ames Construction, a leading heavy civil contractor, seeks a seasoned foreman to supervise bridge and highway projects in North Carolina. You will lead craft crews, enforce safety, manage schedules and budgets, and coordinate with engineers, safety managers and clients to deliver high-quality work on time.

Ideal candidates bring at least 10 years of frontline leadership in highway construction, strong communication, cost-control discipline, and a valid driver's license.