Bridge Inspection Team Lead

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc.•Herndon, VA

5h•$85,000 - $140,000

About The Position

Clark Nexsen, a JMT Company, is seeking an experienced Bridge Inspection Team Leader for its growing bridge safety inspection practice. The role leads bridge inspection teams, conducts in-depth structural condition assessments, and prepares inspection reports compliant with the National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS). It also involves leading engineering design tasks in a specialized discipline, applying basic project management and advanced general engineering knowledge, and coordinating with design and project engineers to deliver work on schedule, within budget, and to quality standards. The position is open to candidates ranging from EITs with inspection experience to licensed PEs with senior-level expertise. Candidates without a PE license but with substantial inspection experience are encouraged to apply. Compensation is $85,000 to $140,000, commensurate with experience, education, and certifications. Immigration sponsorship or support is unavailable, except for qualified candidates eligible for TN visa classification.

Requirements

Bridge inspection experience.
Strong background in bridge inspection.
Excellent communication skills.
Commitment to safety and quality.
Ability to lead bridge inspection teams and perform structural condition assessments.
Ability to prepare NBIS-compliant bridge inspection reports.
Ability to apply general engineering principles and basic project management in leading engineering design tasks.
Candidates may be EITs with inspection experience or licensed PEs; candidates without a PE license but with substantial inspection experience will also be considered.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Senior-level expertise in bridge inspection.

Responsibilities

Serve as an Inspection Team Leader for NBIS bridge safety inspections.
Prepare accurate and complete bridge safety inspection reports.
Perform or assist in developing and calculating bridge element quantities and load ratings.
Review bridge safety inspection reports written by other engineers or inspectors.
Direct, supervise, and review calculations and work products produced by inspectors, EITs, PEs, and CADD technicians, as appropriate.
Provide technical guidance to bridge staff.
Prepare scope and fee proposals for proposed bridge inspection projects.
Meet with clients to prepare and validate scopes of work.
Establish and maintain positive client relationships.
Prepare marketing and presentation materials as directed.
Support company marketing and business development activities.
Follow project, Service Line, and company quality assurance and quality control procedures.
Adhere to project budgets and schedules.
Coordinate office and field activities with vendors, subconsultants, and owners or agencies, as appropriate.
Seek guidance from Senior Bridge Engineers and Section Heads as needed to resolve technical and coordination issues and conflicting criteria.
Work with and take direction from Managing Principals, Section Heads, Service Line Leaders, and other senior management.
Assist Section Heads in developing new or revised processes and procedures.
Represent Section Heads when they are unavailable.
Lead staff training sessions.
Participate in team meetings and coordinate efforts with team members.
Mentor and monitor the professional development of junior bridge inspection staff.
Provide input to Section Heads on annual staff performance reviews.
If managing others, lead and manage team members through setting expectations and goals, providing feedback, holding one-to-one meetings, coaching, and continuous performance management to support their growth and development.
Perform other related duties as assigned.