Bridge Foreman

Blythe Development Co; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Blythe Development Co. in Charlotte, NC is seeking an experienced Bridge Foreman to lead bridge construction crews and oversee daily field operations. You will monitor progress, coordinate labor and resources, and ensure safety and quality standards are met on schedule.

The role reports to project leadership and requires hands-on leadership, strong communication, and the ability to manage field crews to maintain project timelines and cost controls.

Qualifications

• Lead bridge construction crews in achieving project goals and deadlines.
• Maintain safety and quality standards across field operations.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support bridge construction crews in achieving project goals, production targets, and deadlines.
• Assign work, explain job responsibilities, and provide clear direction to crew members.
• Monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and schedules.
• Assess crew performance and recommend changes to work methods, staffing, or equipment to improve productivity.
• Enforce company policies, work procedures, and jobsite safety requirements.
• Coordinate with project managers, construction leadership, site engineers, contractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Track construction progress and communicate field updates to construction leadership and clients.
• Maintain accurate documentation, including crew attendance and workforce records.
• Support contract documentation, including additions and deletions to contract terms, as required.

Job description

Blythe Development is a Charlotte, North Carolina-based, licensed general contractor specializing in site development, road construction, and golf course construction across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. We are 100% employee-owned.

Founded in 1989 by Charlotte natives Jack and Frank Blythe, we have more than 900 employees and self-perform 80% of our site groundwork. Our capabilities include clearing, grading, storm drainage, sanitary sewer, waterline, curb and gutter, sidewalk, concrete paving, retaining walls, culverts, bridges, stone base, and asphalt paving through Blythe Brothers Asphalt Company. This self-performing model gives us greater control over safety, quality, schedules, and costs.

Position Summary Blythe Development is seeking an experienced Bridge Foreman to lead bridge construction crews and oversee daily field operations. This role monitors construction progress, coordinates labor and resources, promotes compliance with safety and quality standards, and reports project updates to construction leadership and clients. The Bridge Foreman is accountable for crew performance and the quality and timeliness of completed work.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support bridge construction crews in achieving project goals, production targets, and deadlines.
• Assign work, explain job responsibilities, and provide clear direction to crew members.
• Monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and schedules.
• Assess crew performance and recommend changes to work methods, staffing, or equipment to improve productivity.
• Enforce company policies, work procedures, and jobsite safety requirements.
• Coordinate with project managers, construction leadership, site engineers, contractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Track construction progress and communicate field updates to construction leadership and clients.
• Maintain accurate documentation, including crew attendance and workforce records.
• Support contract documentation, including additions and deletions to contract terms, as required.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly work near moving machinery and tools; the role requires manual dexterity, multi-limb coordination, agility, and stamina.
• Lift, push, pull, or carry objects weighing more than 50 pounds.
• Use the legs, hips, shoulders, abdominal muscles, and lower back to provide sustained physical support without fatigue.
• Stand and walk for extended periods and climb ladders.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Drug-Free Workplace