Traveling Bridge Foreman

Job Overview

Traveling Bridge Foreman for STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES. The role supports our Heavy Civil team based in Fort Worth, Texas, handling new structure construction and repair tasks such as post‑tension and rebar installation, bridge inspection, unbonded PT repair, barrier cable installation, FRP installation, bridge jacking, and more. The position requires extensive field leadership, travel, and a commitment to safety and quality.

• Leadership on field projects of various sizes. We have job durations from a few days to many months‑long, nationwide.
• Working closely with Project Managers, Project Engineers, and other leaders within VSL.
• Oversee and manage overall project safety and provide leadership to the Company’s Safety 24/7 culture.
• Motivating team members to work together to accomplish tasks, coordinate work activities with other construction project activities and assign work to employees, based on material and worker requirements of specific jobs.
• Ensuring crews are operating all tools and equipment in a safe, proper, and productive manner.
• Providing training and assistance to field managers and crews in the performance of work‑related tasks.
• Assisting Project Managers in evaluating various production rates related to the project.
• Completing all essential paperwork in a clear and accurate manner.

• High school degree or equivalent.
• Prior experience on post‑tensioned structures is highly preferred; relevant experience may include segmental bridges, bonded PT installation & grouting, unbonded PT repair, Rebar/PT installation, hydraulic jacking, concrete repair, and carbon‑fiber reinforcement installation.
• Current Union ironworkers may be given preference.
• Ability to travel up to 100%. Weekend trips home are provided every 3 weeks.
• Proven ability to manage complex construction work.
• Demonstrated ability to read, interpret, and execute construction drawings and contract specifications, resolving discrepancies as needed.
• Established dedication to safety and ability to display commitment to our operating principles.
• Experience in schedule and task management.
• Effective communication with customers, crew, and project teams.
• Intermediate computer and construction math skills.
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to pass background screenings.

Our ideal Foreman candidate is an innovative but decisive field manager who can work effectively in a highly collaborative, team‑based environment; has the ability to set goals and expectations and hold others accountable; can encourage and mentor others; is approachable, empathetic and outgoing; can quickly gain trust and respect; and is able to establish and maintain relationships.

Competitive compensation and benefits including medical and dental insurance, 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, tuition reimbursement, career development and growth opportunities, and a caring work environment. VSL is proud of a company culture that promotes 24/7 safety and quality.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Construction

EOE/M/F/D/V