Area Bridge and Tunnel Inspection Lead

HDR, Inc.; New York (NY); Sur place; USD 144 000 - 236 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Employee ownership

Comprehensive benefits

Résumé du poste

HDR, Inc. in New York, NY, seeks an Area Bridge and Tunnel Inspection Lead to head the NY/NJ Bridge Inspection Program.

You will plan staff training, maintain program quality, coordinate workloads, identify opportunities, and serve as Project Manager or QC Reviewer on bridge, tunnel, and structural projects. The role requires a BS in Civil Engineering, 10+ years of bridge inspection/design, and an active PE license.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering required.
• MS in Civil/Structural Engineering preferred.
• 10+ years bridge/structural inspection and design experience.
• Professional Engineer license required.
• Demonstrated leadership and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Responsabilités

• Lead NY/NJ Bridge Inspection Program, including planning and staffing.
• Develop QA requirements and review inspection submissions for quality.
• Identify business opportunities and lead proposals and marketing efforts.
• Manage bridge/tunnel inspection teams and prepare inspection reports.
• Coordinate with bridge design, planning, and traffic control disciplines.

Connaissances

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Team collaboration

Business development

Formation

BS in Civil Engineering

MS in Civil/Structural Engineering

Outils

LEAP Bridge Enterprise

FB-MultiPier

LPile

AASHTOWare BrR

MIDAS Civil

MDX

SAP2000

CSI Bridge

RM Bridge

spColumn

STLBridgeLRFD

Description du poste

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe transportation is more than movement, it's the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR's Transportation Business Group, you'll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

HDR is seeking for a NY/NJ Bridge Inspection Program Lead to head our NY/NJ Bridge Inspection Program. The candidate will lead the continued development of our bridge and tunnel inspection program including planning staff training and development; maintaining program quality; supporting workload planning and coordination; identifying business opportunities and leading pursuits; and maintaining relationships with clients and business partners. The role will also be expected to serve as Project Manager and/or Quality Control Reviewer for bridge, tunnel, and/or structural inspection projects. The candidate may conduct National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS) inspections as team leader, write field inspection reports, and perform calculations. Field inspections will be performed from ground level, hydraulic equipment, ladder access, or using rope access techniques. Occasional office engineering (design, load rating, analysis, etc.) may be required.

Area Bridge and Tunnel Inspection Lead

• Manage area bridge and tunnel inspection programs (NY/NJ) and select national bridge and tunnel projects.
• Develop Quality Assurance requirements and procedures for the inspection program.
• Perform Quality Control reviews for bridge inspection submissions.
• Identify business opportunities and lead marketing efforts for proposals.
• Lead bridge inspection teams, develop inspection reports, perform load ratings and other structural calculations.
• Must be willing to work with other disciplines (bridge design, planning, traffic control) within the office, as necessary, during inspection downtime.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be willing and able to travel for multiple night stays during the week.
• This position requires physical ability to perform field inspections of in-service bridge and culvert structures, tunnel structures, highway structures, overhead sign structures, hydraulic structures, and metal traffic signal poles. Physical demands include positioning extension ladders, maneuvering small boats, driving long distances, confined space, air travel, occasionally working at night and/or on the weekend, and walking long distances on uneven surfaces.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Demonstrated leadership skills, communication skills, and ability to work with various multi-disciplinary teams.
• Candidate should expect exposure to environmental hazards, such as, but not limited to, warm and cold temperatures, water, work-at-height, confined spaces, poisonous plants, snakes, ticks, spiders, and other animals encountered in the field.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering required.
• MS in Civil/Structural Engineering.
• 10+ years' bridge/structural inspection and design experience .
• Project Management experience
• Demonstrated business development and strategic planning skills.
• NHI 130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges Training
• NHI 130053 Bridge Inspector Refresher Training
• NHI 130078 Inspection of Fracture Critical Steel Bridges Training
• NHI 130110 Tunnel Safety Inspection Training.
• NYSDOT Bridge Inspection Practices and Procedures Course
• American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) Certification as a Level II or III.
• American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI).
• Mobile Elevating Working Platform (MEWP) Operator Certification for scissor lifts, manlifts, and under bridge inspection vehicles (UBIV).
• UAS Pilot (FAA Part 107 certification) with structural inspection experience.
• Experience in BMS asset management software/systems.
• Experience in load rating software
• Preference is given to local candidates

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• A minimum of 10 years bridge design experience
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• Proven hands-on experience in all aspects of bridge design projects
• Familiarity with Bluebeam Revu and engineering software packages such as: LEAP Bridge Enterprise, FB-MultiPier, LPile, AASHTOWare BrR, midas Civil, MDX, SAP2000, CSiBridge, RM Bridge, spColumn, STLBridgeLRFD, or STLBridge.
• Knowledge of ADINA, LUSAS, Bentley OpenBridge Designer and OpenBridge Modeler and/or Autodesk Infraworks and Civil3d.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, MicroStation, AutoCAD, MathCAD, LARSA, Prestress Concrete Design
• Demonstrated leadership skills, communication skills and ability to work with various teams
• Project management skills desirable
• Strong communication skills and willing to work in a team environment
• Must be comfortable being viewed as a technical expert in engineering analysis and design and have proven background of technical leadership on these types of projects
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) {New York, NY}: $143,850 - $236,325

Primary Location: United States-New York-New York

Industry: Transit

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

BusinessClass: Bridges and Structures

Job Posting: May 4, 2026