Bridge Inspection Team Leader

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Bridge Inspection Team Leader to join our engineering consulting team in the Louisville, Kentucky office.  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. 

Key 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.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree + 4 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of bridge inspection experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Certifications: NBIS Team Leader Certification required; 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.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to work in physically demanding environments, including climbing structures, working at heights, and exposure to varying weather conditions.
• Other: Strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Additional Information

• All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
• Offered rate of compensation (Louisville, KY. area only) will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location/ ranges from $100,000.00 to $130,000.00
• Due to the nature of the project work and related client security requirements, H1B sponsorship will not be offered for this opportunity.
• A hybrid in-office / work-from-home schedule is available.

About AECOM 

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