Bridge Inspection Team Lead - NBIS Expert, Hybrid

Clark Nexsen; Virginia Beach (VA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Clark Nexsen, a JMT Company, seeks a Bridge Inspection Team Leader to guide NBIS inspections, assess structural conditions, and prepare reports. The role requires leading inspection teams, coordinating with engineers, and delivering projects on schedule, within budget, and to quality standards.

The position supports a hybrid work model with EITs to licensed PEs, and travel up to 50%. Salary ranges from $85,000 to $140,000, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• NCEES Record to facilitate licensure through reciprocity is desirable.
• Active participation in NSPE, ASCE, or other related professional organizations is desirable.
• Ability to utilize current company software programs for word processing, e-mail, accounting, and information management.
• Ability to prepare effective and concise documents and correspondence.
• Ability to make presentations to a variety of groups.
• Have a client-oriented attitude with a desire to provide outstanding professional services.
• Be dedicated to his or her professional development as well as the success of colleagues and the firm as a whole.
• Be dedicated to the advancement of the engineering profession.
• Travel an average of 50% of the time.
• Work may involve times outside normal working hours (nighttime) and on weekends.
• Work outdoors with varying terrain and all types of weather.
• Stand, walk, and climb for 8+ hours a day.
• Be able to lift 50-60 lbs and operate bridge safety inspection equipment.
• Be able to work at heights, over water, and in confined spaces.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Be able to pass a VDOT background check.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an Inspection Team Leader for NBIS bridge safety inspections
• Prepare accurate and complete bridge safety inspection reports
• Perform or assist in the development and calculation of bridge element quantities and load ratings
• Review bridge safety inspection reports written by other engineers/inspectors
• Direct, supervise, and review calculations and all work products produced by inspectors, EITs, PEs, and CADD technicians as appropriate
• Provide technical guidance to bridge staff
• Prepare scope and fee proposals for proposed bridge inspection projects
• Meet with clients to prepare and validate scope of work
• Establish and maintain positive client relationships
• Prepare marketing and presentation materials as directed
• Actively support Company marketing and business development activities
• Comply with and adhere to project, Service Line, and Company quality assurance/quality control procedures as appropriate
• Adhere to project budget and schedule
• Coordinate office and field with vendors, subconsultants, and owners/agencies
• Obtain guidance from Senior Bridge Engineers and Section Heads as necessary to resolve technical and coordination issues and conflicting criteria
• Work with, respond to, and take direction from the Managing Principals, Section Heads, Service Line Leaders, and other senior management
• Assist the Section Heads in developing new and/or revised processes and procedures
• Represent the Section Heads when they are unavailable
• Lead staff training sessions
• Participate in team meetings and coordinating efforts with other team members
• Mentor and monitor the professional development of junior bridge inspection staff
• Provide input to Section Heads on staff annual performance reviews
• (If Manages Others) Lead and manage team members by providing leadership and continuous performance management (setting expectations, goals, feedback, 1:1 meeting, coaching) that supports the growth and development of team.

Skills

NCEES Record

Professional organizations

Office software

Document drafting

Presentations

Client service

Professional development

Engineering advocacy

Travel

Flexible hours

Outdoor work

Physical stamina

Lifting

Heights/Water/Confined spaces

Driver's license

VDOT background

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering degree (structural emphasis)

Civil Engineering Technology (structural emphasis)

Tools

Word/Excel/PowerPoint

Bluebeam Revu

AASHTOWare BrR

MicroStation

Job description

Clark Nexsen, a JMT Company, seeks a Bridge Inspection Team Leader to guide NBIS inspections, assess structural conditions, and prepare reports. The role requires leading inspection teams, coordinating with engineers, and delivering projects on schedule, within budget, and to quality standards.

The position supports a hybrid work model with EITs to licensed PEs, and travel up to 50%. Salary ranges from $85,000 to $140,000, commensurate with experience.