Bridge Construction Lead - Safety, Schedule & Teams

Ames Construction; Gatlinburg (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ames Construction, a leading heavy civil contractor, seeks a seasoned foreman/supervisor for highway and bridge projects. You will lead craft teams, ensure safety, and maintain alignment with project plans and client expectations.

Expect to coordinate schedules, manage crews of 20+, and uphold cost control while delivering high-quality concrete and structural work. This position requires a valid driver's license and a strong leadership mindset.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years as a foreman/supervisor in highway heavy construction.
• Extensive knowledge of bridge construction, structural concrete, forming and finishing.
• Understanding of cost management, planning and scheduling.
• Experience supervising crews of 20+ employees.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Positive attitude and motivational leadership.
• Good time management and prioritization.
• 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 experience

Bridge construction

Structural concrete

Cost management

Crew management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Multitasking

Driver's license

Job description

Ames Construction, a leading heavy civil contractor, seeks a seasoned foreman/supervisor for highway and bridge projects. You will lead craft teams, ensure safety, and maintain alignment with project plans and client expectations.

Expect to coordinate schedules, manage crews of 20+, and uphold cost control while delivering high-quality concrete and structural work. This position requires a valid driver's license and a strong leadership mindset.