Bridge Inspection Project Manager

Burgess & Niple; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Burgess & Niple seeks a senior bridge engineering professional to lead bridge inspection projects for local and state agencies in Arizona. You will manage project costs, schedules, and deliverables while ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance.

Ideal candidates possess a PE in AZ or eligibility within 6 months, 8+ years in bridge inspection, and strong leadership with business development skills.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil or Structural Engineering from ABET-accredited program.
• PE license in AZ or eligibility for reciprocal licensure within 6 months.
• 8+ years of bridge inspection experience with staff management.
• Proficiency with AASHTOWare BrM.
• Knowledge of NBIS, SNBI and AASHTO guidelines.
• Desirable: NHI/FHWA bridge/tunnel certifications and related credentials.
• Entrepreneurial, proactive problem solving with a collaborative leadership approach.
• Committed to developing others and fostering teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Lead bridge inspection projects for local municipalities, ADOT, and other transportation agencies
• Develop, monitor, and maintain project costs, milestones, and deliverables
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory permitting requirements
• Develop and track client proposals including scope development, technical and price proposals, and letters-of-interest
• Identifies new markets, develops leads & opportunities, performs business development activities, and pursues new geographies across the desert southwest
• Develop and/or strengthen relationships with potential clients and teaming partners
• Apply comprehensive knowledge of applicable Codes and Standards for bridge inspection and assessment
• Champion quality assurance and quality control processes to ensure accurate, reliable inspection deliverables
• Prepare budgets, schedules, and risk assessments while identifying potential project challenges.
• Foster strong collaboration and professional development within your team
• Mentor and develop early career bridge inspectors

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Bridge inspection

Client development

Regulatory compliance

Education

ABET-accredited BS Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

AASHTOWare BrM

Job description

For more than a century, Burgess & Niple has helped communities strengthen the infrastructure that supports everyday life. Our teams combine technical expertise with a commitment to improving quality of life, safety and sustainability. At B&N, that legacy shapes meaningful careers. You will collaborate on projects that make a difference, grow alongside experienced teams and contribute to work that has lasting impact.

What You'll Do

• Lead bridge inspection projects for local municipalities, ADOT, and other transportation agencies
• Develop, monitor, and maintain project costs, milestones, and deliverables
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory permitting requirements
• Develop and track client proposals including scope development, technical and price proposals, and letters-of-interest
• Identifies new markets, develops leads & opportunities, performs business development activities, and pursues new geographies across the desert southwest
• Develop and/or strengthen relationships with potential clients and teaming partners
• Apply comprehensive knowledge of applicable Codes and Standards for bridge inspection and assessment
• Champion quality assurance and quality control processes to ensure accurate, reliable inspection deliverables
• Prepare budgets, schedules, and risk assessments while identifying potential project challenges.
• Foster strong collaboration and professional development within your team
• Mentor and develop early career bridge inspectors
  

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• Professional Engineer (PE) in AZ, or eligibility for reciprocal licensure within 6 months
• 8+ years of bridge inspection experience with demonstrated project and staff management capabilities
• Proficiency with AASHTOWare BrM
• Strong understanding of NBIS (National Bridge Inspection Standards), SNBI (Specifications for the National Bridge Inventory), and AASHTO guidelines
• 2-week NHI/FHWA Bridge Inspection certification, NSTM/FC NHI/FHWA certification, SPRAT or IRATA rope access certification, and NHI Tunnel inspection certification are all desired
• Adaptable and self-motivated with an entrepreneurial mindset as well as a proactive approach to problem solving
• Servant leader committed to fostering collaboration, innovation, and excellence while developing others

Learn More

To learn more about B&N, our culture and what we offer, visit: www.burgessniple.com/careers/perks-culture

Burgess & Niple is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Notice to Recruiting Agencies

Burgess & Niple partners with external recruiting firms on a limited, as-needed basis. These relationships are coordinated through our Human Resources (HR) team. Recruiting firms may submit candidates only through an active, approved agreement with Burgess & Niple HR. Resumes submitted without such an agreement, including those sent directly to hiring managers or employees, will be considered unsolicited and ineligible for placement fees.