Bid‑Well Operator / Bridge Foreman

Location

Project-based / Regional Travel as Required

Position Summary

The Bridge Operator / Bid‑Well Foreman is responsible for safely operating the Bid‑Well concrete paving machine while supervising and leading a bridge deck crew. This role plays a critical part in delivering high-quality bridge decks by ensuring production targets, safety standards, specifications, and finish requirements are met. The ideal candidate combines hands-on equipment expertise with strong field leadership and a proactive safety mindset.

Key Responsibilities

Bid‑Well & Equipment Operation

• Operate the Bid‑Well bridge paving machine efficiently and safely to place and finish concrete bridge decks.
• Perform daily inspections, routine maintenance, and troubleshooting on Bid‑Well equipment and related tools.
• Coordinate with batch plant, concrete suppliers, and pump crews to maintain consistent concrete delivery and quality.
• Monitor deck grades, slopes, and finishes to ensure compliance with project specifications and DOT standards.

Crew Leadership & Foreman Duties

• Lead, supervise, and direct bridge crews, including operators, finishers, and laborers.
• Plan daily work activities and assign tasks to maximize productivity and efficiency.
• Serve as the point of contact between the crew, superintendent, inspectors, and engineers.
• Train and mentor crew members on proper procedures, equipment use, and safety expectations.

Quality, Safety & Production

• Enforce all company safety policies and ensure compliance with OSHA and site-specific safety plans.
• Conduct daily safety meetings (Job Safety Analyses / Toolbox Talks).
• Maintain high-quality concrete finishes and address issues in real time.
• Track production, manpower, and equipment usage; report updates to the superintendent.

Project Coordination

• Read and interpret plans, specifications, grades, and pour sequences.
• Coordinate finishes, curing processes, and clean-up activities.
• Assist with planning pours, scheduling manpower, and preparing for deck placements.
• Identify potential issues ahead of pours and proactively communicate solutions.

Required Qualifications

• 5 years of bridge or heavy civil concrete experience, with direct Bid‑Well operation preferred.
• Prior foreman or lead experience on bridges, structural concrete, or paving crews.
• Strong understanding of concrete placement, finishing, curing, and bridge deck tolerances.
• Ability to read and interpret bridge plans, grades, and specifications.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage crews.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and production.
• Valid driver’s license; ability to travel and work extended hours as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• DOT bridge experience.
• Experience with stringless control, grade control, or survey coordination.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• Experience working with inspectors and engineers during pours.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, and work on elevated bridge decks for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical labor as needed.