As a Bridge Construction Supervisor, you will need to master following:

• check compatibility of materials
• identify external risks to bridge integrity
• interpret 2D plans
• monitor stock level
• process incoming construction supplies
• work in a construction team

More generally, a bridge construction supervisor is also versed in:

• conduct quality control analysis
• coordinate construction activities
• ensure compliance with construction project deadline
• ensure equipment availability
• evaluate employees work
• follow health and safety procedures in construction
• identify defects in concrete
• inspect construction supplies
• interpret 3D plans
• keep records of work progress
• liaise with managers
• manage health and safety standards
• mechanical tools
• plan resource allocation
• plan shifts of employees
• prevent damage to utility infrastructure
• react to events in time-critical environments
• secure working area
• supervise staff
• use safety equipment in construction

It also helps to know the following:

• construction product regulation
• cost management
• crane load charts
• estimate restoration costs
• guide operation of heavy construction equipment
• identify wood warp
• inspect construction sites
• transport construction supplies
• advise on construction materials
• answer requests for quotation
• calculate needs for construction supplies
• drive mobile heavy construction equipment
• follow safety procedures when working at heights
• machinery load capacity
• order construction supplies
• provide first aid
• provide technical expertise
• recognise signs of wood rot
• recruit employees
• report defective manufacturing materials
• train employees
• types of asphalt coverings
• types of wood
• use measurement instruments
• wood cuts
• work ergonomically