Bridge Inspection Group Leader

Patel, Greene & Associates (PGA); Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Patel, Greene & Associates in Florida is seeking an experienced Bridge Inspection Group Leader to oversee and grow our bridge inspection practice, ensuring safety, integrity, and compliance with NBIS, FHWA, FDOT, and AASHTO requirements. The role combines leadership, technical expertise, and client interface.

You will lead inspection teams, assess structural conditions, review reports, mentor junior inspectors, coordinate field operations, and develop maintenance, rehabilitation, and replacement

Qualifications

• Registered PE or Florida NBIS Team Leader eligibility
• ABET-accredited Civil or Environmental Engineering degree
• 10–15 years bridge inspection experience with leadership
• FHWA/NHI Safety Inspection training and NBIS Team Leader qualification
• Fracture Critical Inspection training, NDT certifications, FDOT experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead bridge inspection teams for routine, fracture-critical, miscellaneous structures and special inspections.
• Assess structural conditions and identify deficiencies affecting bridge safety and performance.
• Ensure compliance with NBIS, FHWA, FDOT, and AASHTO inspection requirements.
• Review and approve inspection reports, condition ratings, and repair recommendations.
• QA/QC reviews of inspection documentation and bridge inventory data.
• Coordinate field operations, safety planning, and inspection schedules.
• Develop and implement marketing business plans to grow backlog of bridge inspection team.
• Interface with clients and other PGA leaders in developing a bridge inspection practice.
• Develop maintenance, rehabilitation, and replacement recommendations.
• Mentor and supervise junior inspectors and engineering staff.
• Interface with clients, agencies, and project stakeholders regarding inspection findings.
• Perform emergency inspections and structural assessments following unforeseen events.

Skills

Team leadership

Bridge inspection

NBIS compliance

Project management

Mentoring

Client interface

QA/QC

Safety planning

Civil engineering

Education

ABET-accredited Civil or Environmental Engineering degree

Job description

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Patel, Greene & Associates is seeking an experienced Bridge Inspection Group Leader to oversee and grow our bridge inspection practice while ensuring the safety, integrity, and compliance of transportation infrastructure. This role is responsible for leading bridge inspection teams, evaluating structural conditions, reviewing inspection findings, and providing recommendations for maintenance, rehabilitation, and replacement projects. The ideal candidate will serve as a technical expert and team leader, ensuring all inspections comply with NBIS, FHWA, FDOT, and AASHTO requirements while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety. This position offers opportunities for growth, continuous learning, and career advancement within a team-driven, mission-focused firm.

What You'll Do

Lead bridge inspection teams for routine, fracture-critical, miscellaneous structures and special inspections.

Assess structural conditions and identify deficiencies affecting bridge safety and performance.

Ensure compliance with NBIS, FHWA, FDOT, and AASHTO inspection requirements.

Review and approve inspection reports, condition ratings, and repair recommendations.

Conduct QA/QC reviews of inspection documentation and bridge inventory data.

Coordinate field operations, safety planning, and inspection schedules.

Develop and implement marketing business plans to grow backlog of bridge inspection team.

Interface with clients and other PGA leaders in developing a bridge inspection practice.

Develop maintenance, rehabilitation, and replacement recommendations.

Mentor and supervise junior inspectors and engineering staff.

Interface with clients, agencies, and project stakeholders regarding inspection findings.

Perform emergency inspections and structural assessments following unforeseen events.

What You'll Need

Registered Professional Engineer (PE) or Non-PE Safety Bridge Inspection Team Leader in Florida meeting the requirements of FDOT's Safety Bridge Inspection Team Leader Requirements.

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent from an ABET Accredited University, majoring in Civil or Environmental Engineering

10-15 years minimum of bridge inspection experience, including leadership of inspection teams and preparation of inspection reports

Completion of FHWA/NHI Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges training and qualification as an NBIS Team Leader

Fracture Critical Inspection training, NDT certifications, and FDOT bridge inspection experience preferred.

What You'll Bring

Excellent level of execution for Bridge condition assessments and evaluations

Understanding of Structural analysis and load rating fundamentals

Ability to identify structural deficiencies, deterioration, and failure mechanisms

Ability to mentor and supervise junior inspectors and engineering staff.

National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS)

FHWA bridge inspection requirements

FDOT Bridge Inspection Manual

AASHTO Bridge Inspection Guidelines

Bridge inventory and appraisal procedures

Load rating and posting requirements

Quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) procedures

Federal and state reporting requirements

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job including working on a computer, the employee is regularly required to sit for prolonged periods at a desk; use hands, handle, or feel, talk, and hear.

The employee is frequently required to stand and walk.

The employee must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.

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

In support of Patel, Greene and Associates’ mission to elevate our families, communities, and profession, we are committed to gathering the highest caliber of talent and creating an environment for each to collaborate and achieve their highest potential, ultimately delivering superior work to our clients. That means every position at PGA is open to qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex (including gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, disability, military service, or other non-merit factor. Our criteria is simple—you must be kind, hard-working, team-oriented, and have the potential to be excellent at your job. By following this approach, we have built a diverse team that has made PGA one of the best firms to work for in our industry.