Bridge Inspector/ Engineer - Team Leader

AECOM•Phoenix, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

AECOM is seeking a Bridge Inspection Team Leader / Engineer IV for its Phoenix, Arizona office. The role involves routine, in-depth, fracture-critical, tunnel, and canal inspections of transportation structures. Inspections may use snooper trucks, bucket trucks, boats, and/or man lifts. The position may also involve bridge design and load rating, including design-related tasks requiring familiarity with Arizona Department of Transportation, regional, and municipal standards. The team leader conducts and oversees inspections, assesses structural condition, documents findings, prepares technical reports and recommendations, and coordinates with clients, agencies, and internal teams. The role includes maintaining safety and regulatory compliance and helping clients develop bridge maintenance and rehabilitation strategies.

Requirements

Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree and at least 6 years of experience, or demonstrated equivalent experience and/or education.
Ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.
Current NBIS Team Leader certification or NBIS Team Leader Certification required.

Nice To Haves

At least 6 years of bridge inspection and/or bridge design experience.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Experience with AASHTOWare Bridge Rating (BrR).
Experience with AASHTOWare Bridge Management.
FHWA-NHI-130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges Certification.
FHWA-NHI-130078 Fracture Critical Inspection Techniques for Steel Bridges Certification.
FHWA-NHI-130110 Tunnel Safety Inspection Certification.
Experience operating snooper trucks, bucket trucks, and man lifts.

Responsibilities

Lead and conduct field inspections of bridges and other transportation structures in accordance with NBIS and other relevant regulations.
Supervise and mentor bridge inspection team members and ensure inspection quality and safety.
Evaluate structural integrity and document deficiencies, deterioration, and maintenance needs through reports, sketches, and photographs.
Use inspection tools, software, and drones, as applicable, to assess structures.
Prepare inspection reports, load ratings, and rehabilitation recommendations in accordance with industry standards.
Coordinate with clients, government agencies, and internal teams to meet project timelines and expectations.
Maintain safety compliance when working at heights, in confined spaces, and near active roadways.
Assist clients with developing bridge maintenance and rehabilitation strategies.
Potentially perform bridge design and load rating work and related design tasks.