Bridge Inspection Team Lead

GFT • Fort Lauderdale, FL

21h • Hybrid

About The Position

GFT is seeking a Bridge Inspection Team Leader to join our Transportation group in Fort Lauderdale, FL. This role requires regular attendance at our Fort Lauderdale, FL office. The Fort Lauderdale office has an immediate opening for an experienced Bridge Inspection Team Leader, with a Certified Bridge Inspector (CBI) license. The successful candidate for this position will be primarily responsible for leading the field inspection and completion of the inspection reports for routine and complex bridges and ancillary structures located throughout Florida. Field assignments may involve travel within the continental United States. No relocation assistance provided.

Requirements

• NBIS Bridge Inspection Team Leader Certification
• 3-5 years of related Bridge Inspection experience
• Successful completion of NHI required training: Safety Inspection of in-service bridges (NHI 130055)
• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Strong technical writing skills
• Physically capable of performing continuous field work including working at heights, carrying ladders and gear, working in adverse weather conditions, etc.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.
• Actively advocates for full inclusion in the workplace, fostering an environment that welcomes diversity and values equity for all employees, partners, clients, and the communities that GFT serves.

Nice To Haves

• Successful completion of NHI Training: Bridge Inspection Techniques for Nonredundant Steel Tension Members (NHI 130078)
• Experience with NCDOT Wigins and AASHTOWare BrM software
• Experience with engineering design software (AutoCAD, OpenRoads Designer, MicroStation, etc.)
• Load rating and design experience
• OSHA 10 HR Certification
• Experience working with state (SCDOT or NCDOT) and local transportation agencies
• Local candidates

Responsibilities

• Review previous inspection reports and information
• Schedule and coordinate field operations with subcontractors
• Perform field inspection of Fixed and Movable Bridges and Ancillary structures
• Assign and lead team members in field and office tasks
• Identify critical findings during field inspection
• Document inspection findings including the use of digital photography
• Operate inspection equipment such as bucket trucks, manlift and underbridge inspection vehicles
• Climb ladders, supervise traffic control set-ups and perform other work in support of inspection activities
• Prepare and review inspection reports, evaluations and recommendations
• Other duties may be assigned as needed
• Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed