Bridge Inspection Practice Lead | NBIS Expert

PGA; United States; Remote; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Patel, Greene & Associates seeks an experienced Bridge Inspection Group Leader to oversee and grow our bridge inspection practice in Florida. You will lead inspection teams, evaluate structural conditions, and provide rehabilitation recommendations to maintain safety and compliance with NBIS and state standards.

The role requires 10–15 years of bridge inspection experience, a PE or NBIS Team Leader qualification in Florida, and strong leadership abilities to mentor staff and interface with

Qualifications

• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) or NBIS Team Leader qualified in Florida per FDOT 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.

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.
• 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.

Skills

Bridge inspection

Team leadership

QA/QC

NBIS compliance

Fracture Critical Inspection

Education

ABET-accredited Civil/Environmental Engineering degree

Job description

Patel, Greene & Associates seeks an experienced Bridge Inspection Group Leader to oversee and grow our bridge inspection practice in Florida. You will lead inspection teams, evaluate structural conditions, and provide rehabilitation recommendations to maintain safety and compliance with NBIS and state standards.

The role requires 10–15 years of bridge inspection experience, a PE or NBIS Team Leader qualification in Florida, and strong leadership abilities to mentor staff and interface with