Concrete Form Bridge Carpenter - Heavy Civil

6d6 days ago

Granite Construction

Anchorage, US · Full-time · $55,000 – $85,000

About this role

This role is based in Alaska and requires candidates to be willing and able to work and temporarily live in Alaska for the duration of the construction season, typically March through November. You will construct, erect, install, and repair structural concrete formwork systems for bridge and heavy civil construction projects, including decks, piers, abutments, and other structural components.

Day-to-day, you will study blueprints and structural drawings, measure and cut forming materials, and build falsework, shoring, and bracing systems to support concrete placement. You will align and secure formwork to ensure correct elevation and grade, install form ties and embeds, and collaborate with ironworkers and labor crews during reinforcing steel placement and concrete operations.

You will work on a team of skilled tradespeople in a safety-focused environment, erecting scaffolding and work platforms for elevated bridge construction. You will inspect forms and supports before and during concrete placement to ensure stability and compliance with project specifications and OSHA regulations.

Granite Construction values its employees as the foundation of its century-old success, and this role offers the opportunity to build more than infrastructure — you will be building your future. This is a chance to contribute to major Alaska infrastructure projects while developing specialized skills in heavy civil bridge carpentry.

Requirements

3+ years' experience in heavy civil construction, specifically concrete formwork and bridge structures
Experience with structural form systems, falsework, and shoring
Knowledge of bridge construction methods, including decks, piers, caps, and abutments
Ability to read and interpret structural drawings, plans, and specifications
Understanding of formwork systems, concrete placement processes, and sequencing
Familiarity with materials such as dimensional lumber, plywood, steel forms, and hardware
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in layout and measurements
Ability to plan work and select appropriate tools and materials

Responsibilities

Study blueprints, structural drawings, and project specifications related to bridge and concrete formwork systems
Construct, erect, and strip formwork for bridges, including decks, columns, caps, abutments, and footings
Measure, cut, and assemble wood, metal, or prefabricated forming materials to specified dimensions
Build and install falsework, shoring, and bracing systems to support concrete placement
Align and secure formwork to ensure structural integrity and correct elevation, grade, and alignment
Install form ties, embeds, chamfers, and blockouts in accordance with project plans
Dismantle and remove formwork systems after concrete has cured, ensuring safe and efficient reuse of materials
Operate hand and power tools such as saws, drills, vibrators, and fastening equipment