Bridge Construction Superintendent Lead Safety & Projects

amesconstruction; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ames Construction is looking for an experienced foreman to lead field crews on heavy highway and bridge projects in Charlotte, NC. You will oversee safety, supervise craft personnel, coordinate with engineers and clients, and keep projects on schedule and on budget.

This role requires a minimum of 10 years as a foreman in highway heavy construction, strong leadership and communication skills, and a valid driver's license. You will foster teamwork, enforce standards, and drive high-quality work.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years as a foreman / supervisor in the Highway Heavy Construction Industry.
• 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 or more employees.
• Strong communication skills both written and oral.
• Good attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies.
• Must have a positive attitude and possess excellent motivational skills.
• 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.

Job description

Ames Construction is looking for an experienced foreman to lead field crews on heavy highway and bridge projects in Charlotte, NC. You will oversee safety, supervise craft personnel, coordinate with engineers and clients, and keep projects on schedule and on budget.

This role requires a minimum of 10 years as a foreman in highway heavy construction, strong leadership and communication skills, and a valid driver's license. You will foster teamwork, enforce standards, and drive high-quality work.