Bridge Inspector – Team Leader

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively searching for a Bridge Inspector / Team Leader to join our Raleigh, NC office. As the successful new hire, you will perform bridge inspections. You will join our team which provides design and inspection services across the State of North Carolina and Southeastern United States. The principal function of this position is to evaluate bridges through above ground engineering inspections. You will utilize Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and National Highway Institute (NHI) criteria while inspecting bridges via buckets, snoopers, boats, ladders, safety harness, and other equipment.  When not delivering inspections, you will help review reports, perform quality control reviews, assist with submittals, etc.

About Moffatt & Nichol:

Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor specializing in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbors and rivers, as well as an innovator in the transportation complexities associated with the movement of freight. For the 2nd year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is ranked Engineering News Record #1 for Marine & Port Facilities and Top 20 in Transportation. We were also named Southeast Design Firm of the Year 2023.

Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, and scientists who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Pacific Rim. The firm provides clients worldwide with customized service and a level of excellence that have become the firm’s hallmark in several primary practice areas – ports and harbors; coastal, environmental and water resources; urban waterfronts and marinas; transportation, bridges and rail; inspection and rehabilitation; and energy.

Duties and responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions

• Partners with other professionals and departments to gather information for inspections
• Works collaboratively with all members of the inspection group
• Conducts inspections and assists in supervision of site investigations as needed
• Data entry/manipulation and technical writing skills for the preparation and review of inspection reports, proposals, etc.
• Provide quality assurance reviews of inspection reports
• Performs other duties as required

Other duties:

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Qualifications:

• NHI/NBIS Team Leader (FHWA-NHI-130055) certification
• Field requirements are 5 days per week and hours may vary due to weather or daylight. Some weekends may be required. Willingness to work from Moffatt & Nichol’s Raleigh, NC offices on non-field days
• Availability and willingness to travel overnight is required
• Valid driver’s license in good standing
• Experience with NCDOT Wigins software desired but not required
• All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171
• Moffatt & Nichol uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and to present the required documentation at hire

Working conditions:

Field work will be performed outdoors across the State of North Carolina and Southeastern United States in all seasons. This work will typically require overtime during these field weeks and will be followed by in-office report corrections/submittals of the inspection reports.

Physical requirements:

Majority of work is field based which may necessitate navigating unpaved or natural terrain while carrying equipment. Inspection equipment such as ladders and boats are sometimes necessary and the ability to lift and use this equipment with assistance can be expected. Under bridge access equipment is sometimes used in conjunction with safety harnesses for fall protection. Enduring inclement weather will also be required.

Moffatt & Nichol’s EEO Statement:

As a global business, Moffatt & Nichol relies on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goal of Creative People, Practical Solutions® serving our client needs, and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities in accordance with Ti