Bridge Foreman

Bridge Foreman

Wildcat has the ability to self-perform many types of civil construction including earthwork and site prep, concrete and asphalt paving, civil and structural concrete, rock excavation, piling and sheet piling, sub-grade stabilization, and water/waste-water treatment facilities. We also have a tremendous amount of experience with all underground utilities including sanitary sewer, water, storm sewer, and main electrical distribution.

The Sherwood Companies have a proven track record of completing a variety of projects from General Construction, to Construction Management and Design Build Projects for both public and private owners. A brief summary of the types of projects include, urban expressways, bridges, underground utilities, dam construction, asphalt/concrete paving and water/wastewater treatment plants.

This Foreman will be responsible for the safe and efficient operations of a bridge crew. The Foreman will plan, direct and coordinate the bridge crew to ensure safety, quality and productivity metrics are achieved. This role is classified as safety sensitive.

Holiday PayHealth, Dental, Vision, Life, Accident and Cancer InsuranceShort-term and Long-term disability401(k) with matchYearly boot reimbursementReferral bonus program

Lead by example that safety is the number one prioritySupervise, coordinate and schedule the activities of the bridge crewRead specifications, such as blueprints, to determine construction requirements and procedure planningInspect work progress, equipment or construction sites to verify safety, quality and specifications are metLocate, measure and mark site locations or placement of structures or equipmentCoordinate work activities with other construction project activitiesConfer with superintendent or technical personnel, other departments or contractors to resolve problems or to coordinate activitiesAssist workers engaged in construction activities, using hand tools or other equipmentTrain and develop crew members as deemed necessaryMaintain good customer relations by acting in a professional and courteous mannerOther duties as assigned

SafetyQuality of productMeeting specifications

Leading OthersWork StandardsContinuous ImprovementInitiating ActionAdaptabilityContributing to Team SuccessManaging Work (Time Management)Communication

High school diploma or GED requiredMust have a clean driving record5-6 years of quality experience in heavy civil construction specifically working on bridges2-3 years of experience in managing and leading a team

Quality control analysisJudgement and decision makingMonitoringExcellent oral and written communicationDeductive reasoningTime managementReaction time

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Keyboarding/typingAbility to read effectively from a computer screen and/or a paper copyAbility to handle a large volume of work and perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environmentAbility to effectively verbally communicateAbility to stand, sit, stoop, bend, walk and lift heavy objects (50 lbs.)Ability to work above the ground on bridgesAbility to use manual labor tools involved in the construction of a bridge

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Work is performed in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to outdoor elements.Work is performed on bridges under fall protection guidelinesMust have a valid driver's license; have and keep a clean driving record.Benefits include but are not limited to medical, dental, life, 401(K), company vehicle, paid holidays, paid time off and bonus possibilities.