Field Foreman- Bridge Installation

About the role

Bridge Brothers is a leading manufacturer specializing in the design, engineering, fabrication, and construction of custom steel bridges. We serve municipalities, national parks, energy companies, and private developers across the country. We build one-of-a-kind structures in demanding environments. Our work is physical, technical, and often dirty — and we take pride in doing it right. When you join Bridge Brothers, you’re not sitting behind a desk — you’re building infrastructure that lasts generations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead bridge installation crews on-site by working directly alongside them.
• Perform hands-on installation work including:
• Rigging and signaling crane picks
• Steel erection, bolting, and fit-up
• Welding support and coordination
• Alignment, leveling, and final installation tasks
• Set daily work plans, pace, and expectations for the crew.
• Enforce safety standards through direct involvement and example.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, shop drawings, and install plans.
• Cookordinate day-to-day activities with crane operators, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Identify field issues early and make practical, real-time decisions to keep work moving.
• Ensure installs meet Bridge Brothers quality standards and project specs.
• Own jobsite safety — conduct tailgate talks and enforce PPE and OSHA requirements.
• Stop unsafe work immediately and correct issues on the spot.
• Maintain clean, organized, and efficient jobsites.
• Serve as the on-site point of contact during installations.
• Provide clear daily updates on progress, challenges, and needs.
• Assist with punch lists, final adjustments, and close-out activities.

Qualifications

• Proven hands-on experience in construction, steel erection, heavy civil, or bridge work.
• Prior experience as a foreman, lead hand, or crew lead preferred.
• Comfortable performing physical labor in all weather conditions.
• Strong working knowledge of:
• Ability to read and understand construction and engineering drawings.
• Willing and able to travel nearly year-round (50+ weeks per year).
• OSHA 10 or 30 preferred (or willingness to obtain).
• Valid driver’s license required.

Role Details

• Schedule: Full-Time, heavy travel (most weeks of the year)
• Employment Type: Exempt, Salaried
• Location: Nationwide – home base flexible
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, PTO, paid holidays (eligible after 90 days)
• Equipment: Company phone provided

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, PTO, paid holidays (eligible after 90 days)

Pay

Not specified

Schedule

Full-Time, heavy travel (most weeks of the year)