Complex Bridge Inspection Lead

Responsibilities The Bridge Inspection Lead will be expected to perform local and national bridge and structural inspections, familiarize with a broad spectrum of bridge inspection equipment, methods, and processes. They will conduct National Bridge Inspection Standards inspections, write field inspection reports, and perform basic mathematical calculations. Field inspections will be performed from ground level, hydraulic equipment, ladder access, or using rope access techniques. They will also provide supervision of the inspection team and support Project Managers in planning inspection activities. Occasional office engineering may be required. On a day to day basis, they will: Lead bridge inspections, develop inspection reports, and perform structural load rating calculations. Have the ability to travel for multiple night stays during the week. Be willing to travel, primarily in Texas, to inspection sites; national opportunity will be available. Have the physical ability to perform field inspections of in-service bridge and culvert structures, tunnel structures, highway structures, overhead sign structures, hydraulic structures, and metal traffic signal poles. Physical demands include positioning extension ladders, maneuvering small boats, driving long distances, confined space, air travel, occasionally working at night, and walking long distances on uneven surfaces. Work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating leadership and communication skills and ability to work with multidisciplinary teams. Expect exposure to environmental hazards, such as warm and cold temperatures, water, work‑at‑height, confined spaces, poisonous plants, snakes, ticks, spiders, and other creatures. Perform other duties as needed. Preferred Qualifications A minimum of 6 years of related experience. NHI 130110 Tunnel Safety Inspection Training preferred. Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians (SPRAT) certification as a Level I preferred. Experience in asset management data software (AASHTOWare BrM, AssetWise, inspectX, etc.) required. Experience in load rating software (AASHTOWare BrR, BRASS, CANDE, etc.) preferred. Mobile Elevating Working Platform (MEWP) Operator Certification for lifts and under bridge inspection vehicles (UBIV). NHI 130055 Safety Inspection of In‑Service Bridges Training. NHI 130053 Bridge Inspector Refresher Training, if applicable. NHI 130078 Inspection of Fracture Critical Steel Bridges Training. Local candidates are preferred. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree. Previous experience in bridge design. Professional Engineer (PE) license. Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, MicroStation, AutoCAD, MathCAD, LARSA, Prestress Concrete Design. Experience using structural analysis programs and bridge design software. Experience managing junior staff. Excellent communication skills and working in a team environment. An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must. Physical Requirements Must be able to inspect any work on site without any physical assistance (such as ladders, man‑lifts, underground structures, traverse uneven and irregular surfaces) except that which would normally be provided by the contractor's personnel. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance. Must be able to effectively communicate in person, by telephone and email. Must be able to effectively work in minimally supervised and/or unsupervised environments. Work hours other than 8 to 5 which may include weekends and/or night shifts. Must have a valid Texas Driver's License. Be able to operate a vehicle day or night. Travel may be required at times. #J-18808-Ljbffr HDR, Inc.