Bridge Inspection Team Leader

Garver Engineering; Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional memberships

Support for industry licenses

Continuing education

Comprehensive wellness program

Job summary

Garver Engineering is seeking a Bridge Inspection Team Leader for their Birmingham, AL office. The role involves performing inspections of bridges and culverts according to standards, coordinating site visits, and documenting inspection activities. The position requires 8–15 years of related experience and proficiency in MS Office. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and may be required to assist with underwater inspections.

Garver offers competitive salary, professional memberships, and a focus on work-life balance. This position is available in a hybrid arrangement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–15 years of related experience.
• Completion of NHI Course No. 130055 – Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges.
• Completion of NHI Course No. 130078 – Fracture Critical Techniques for Steel Bridges.
• Completion of NHI Course No. 130091 – Underwater Bridge Inspection.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections of bridges and culverts to SNBI and state standards.
• Coordinate site visits for inspections.
• Assist with underwater inspections.
• Document inspections following company standard procedures.
• Upload daily inspection files to the specialized interface.
• Enter bridge inspection data.
• Conduct field work, carrying ladders and gear, working at various heights.
• Perform NSTM inspections.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Proficient with MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an ABET program

Tools

InspectX

MicroStation

AASHTOWare Bridge Rating software

Job description

Careers

Birmingham, Alabama

Garver's Transportation Design Center, an integrated team focusing on bridge projects, inspections, and load ratings, is hiring a Bridge Inspection Team Leader for our Birmingham, AL office. A remote or hybrid arrangement is negotiable. This role works with in‑house engineers, designers, and technicians to provide technical expertise for successful inspections and reports.

Primary responsibilities concentrate on SNBI bridge inspections, including field work and office tasks. The position requires travel across Tennessee and Mississippi, with occasional trips to other states. Additional tasks, such as load rating and bridge rehabilitation, may be added for those interested.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections of bridges and culverts to SNBI and state standards as Inspection Team Leader
• Coordinate site visits for inspections
• Assist with underwater inspections
• Follow company standard procedures for documenting inspections
• Upload daily inspection files to the specialized interface
• Enter bridge inspection data
• Conduct field work that may include carrying ladders and gear, working at heights, and working in hot or cold weather
• Perform NSTM inspections

With growing experience in Garver’s practice, responsibilities may evolve to include increased project and staff management.

Experience Requirements

• National Highway Institute (NHI) Course No. 130055 – Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges
• Minimum 8–15 years of related experience
• Strong communication skills
• Proficient with MS Office

Preferred Skills and Experience

• National Highway Institute (NHI) Course No. 130078 – Fracture Critical Techniques for Steel Bridges
• National Highway Institute (NHI) Course No. 130091 – Underwater Bridge Inspection
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an ABET program
• Experience with InspectX and/or other related asset‑management software
• Experience with MicroStation
• Experience with AASHTOWare Bridge Rating software

Grow With Us

Garver offers professional memberships, support for industry licenses and continuing education, competitive salary, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program. Garver focuses on work‑life balance and cultivating leadership.

Garver is an employee‑owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm founded in 1919, operating in aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services, surveying, advisory services, and construction engineering and inspection. Garver recognizes industry leadership and is committed to a people‑first culture. For more information visit GarverUSA.com.

Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.