Bridge Formwork Lead Carpenter

Louisiana Bridge Builders; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid holidays

Vacation

Sick time

Job summary

Louisiana Bridge Builders in Lake Charles, LA, is seeking a Lead Carpenter (Formbuilding/Formsetting) to join our team on the I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge project. You will lead formwork construction for foundations, walls, and columns, ensuring precision and safety while coordinating daily with crew members.

The role requires 5+ years of form carpentry experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to read blueprints.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for interfaces with customers, staff, vendors, and the public.
• Proficient in computer programs (Microsoft Office) and able to learn new software as processes change.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently to meet goals, and to adapt to change while encouraging others.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and provide daily, clear instructions and updates to team members/crew.
• Assemble forms for bridges, foundations, beams, etc.
• Read and interpret construction plans to determine form requirements.
• Measure and cut materials to spec using hand and power tools.
• Ensure formwork is level, plumb, and square using levels, lasers, and other measuring tools.
• Install anchor bolts, steel plates, and fixtures in the formwork.
• Remove formwork after concrete has cured.
• Inspect and maintain formwork for safety and usability.
• Assist with the concrete pour process.
• Perform all tasks efficiently and safely.

Skills

Communication

Team leadership

Form carpentry

Blueprint reading

Tool use

Driver's license

Microsoft Office

Tools

Power tools

Layout tools

Hand tools

Job description

Louisiana Bridge Builders in Lake Charles, LA, is seeking a Lead Carpenter (Formbuilding/Formsetting) to join our team on the I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge project. You will lead formwork construction for foundations, walls, and columns, ensuring precision and safety while coordinating daily with crew members.

The role requires 5+ years of form carpentry experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to read blueprints.