Bridge Inspection Team Leader

AECOM • Louisville, KY

1d • $100,000 - $130,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Bridge Inspection Team Leader to join our engineering consulting team in the Kentucky. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading bridge and transportation structure inspections, including routine, in-depth, and non-redundant steel tension member inspections, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role involves coordinating and conducting field inspections, preparing detailed reports, and assisting with project planning and client communications. This opportunity may include bridge design and load rating work.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree + 4 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Current NBIS Team Leader or NBIS Team Leader Certification required.
• Ability to work in physically demanding environments, including climbing structures, working at heights, and exposure to varying weather conditions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of bridge inspection experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Certifications: Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred. SPRAT/IRATA certification for rope access is a plus.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in bridge inspection software (i.e., AASHTOWare BrM), AutoCAD, MicroStation, and structural analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct field inspections of bridges and other transportation structures following NBIS (National Bridge Inspection Standards) and other relevant regulations.
• Supervise and mentor bridge inspection team members, ensuring quality and safety in all inspection activities.
• Evaluate structural integrity and document deficiencies, deterioration, and maintenance needs through detailed reports, sketches, and photographs.
• Utilize inspection tools, software, and drones (as applicable) to perform comprehensive structure assessments.
• Prepare inspection reports, load ratings, and rehabilitation recommendations in accordance with industry standards.
• Coordinate with clients, government agencies, and internal teams to ensure project timelines and expectations are met.
• Maintain compliance with safety protocols and best practices for working at heights, in confined spaces, and near active roadways.
• Assist in the development of bridge maintenance and rehabilitation strategies for clients.

Benefits

• AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees