emerysapp
Bid‑Well Operator and Bridge Foreman
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Columbia, MO
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Contract
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Category
- Not specified
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- 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.
Nice to have
- 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.
Full description
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.