Bridge Construction Lead: Safety, Schedule & Team Builder

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

Job summary

Ames Construction in the United States is seeking an experienced Foreman/Supervisor to lead field crews on highway, bridge and infrastructure projects. You will ensure safety, quality, and on-site coordination with engineers and suppliers.

You must have a minimum of 10 years in highway heavy construction, strong communication skills, and a proven track record in managing large crews. The role requires hands-on leadership and disciplined execution across multi-site projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years as a foreman / supervisor in highway heavy construction.
• Knowledgeable in bridge construction, structural concrete, forming, placing concrete, finishing.
• Understanding of cost management, planning and scheduling.
• Experience managing crews of 20+ employees.
• Strong communication skills both written and oral.
• Attention to detail; ability to recognize discrepancies.
• Positive attitude with excellent motivational skills.
• Time management, multitasking, prioritization.
• 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

Leadership

Communication

Safety leadership

Project coordination

Crew supervision

Job description

Ames Construction in the United States is seeking an experienced Foreman/Supervisor to lead field crews on highway, bridge and infrastructure projects. You will ensure safety, quality, and on-site coordination with engineers and suppliers.

You must have a minimum of 10 years in highway heavy construction, strong communication skills, and a proven track record in managing large crews. The role requires hands-on leadership and disciplined execution across multi-site projects.