Bridge Inspection Team Leader

HDR; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Bridge Inspection Team Leader to join their dynamic SC Transportation Team. In this pivotal role, you will lead local and national bridge inspections, ensuring compliance with National Bridge Inspection Standards. Your expertise in structural analysis and inspection techniques will be crucial as you develop detailed reports and perform load rating calculations. This position requires travel across the United States and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Join a company that values diversity and inclusion, and make a tangible impact on your community and beyond.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of bridge/structural inspection and design experience required.
• Strong written communication and leadership skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead bridge inspections and develop inspection reports.
• Supervise the inspection team and support project managers.

Skills

Bridge Inspection

Structural Analysis

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Mathematical Calculations

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

BS in Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Asset Management Data Software (AASHTOWare BrM)

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

HDR is looking for a Bridge Inspection Team Leader to join our SC Transportation Team. The Bridge Inspection Team Leader will be expected to perform local and national bridge and structural inspections and requires familiarity with a broad spectrum of bridge inspection equipment, methods, and processes. They will conduct National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS) inspections, write field inspection reports, and perform basic mathematical calculations. Field inspections will be performed from ground level, hydraulic equipment, ladder access, or using rope access techniques. They will also be expected to provide supervision of the inspection team and provide support to the Project Managers in planning inspection activities. Occasional office engineering (design, CADD, analysis, etc.) may be required. On a day to day basis, they'll also be expected to:

• Lead bridge inspections, develop inspection reports, and perform structural load rating calculations.
• Have the ability to travel for multiple night stays during the week.
• Be willing to travel within the United States to inspection sites.
• Have the physical ability to perform field inspections of in-service bridge and culvert structures, tunnel structures, highway structures, overhead sign structures, hydraulic structures, and metal traffic signal poles. Physical demands include positioning extension ladders, maneuvering small boats, driving long distances, confined space, air travel, occasionally working at night, and walking long distances on uneven surfaces.
• Have the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Demonstrated leadership skills, communication skills, and ability to work with various multi-disciplinary teams.
• Expect exposure to environmental hazards, such as, but not limited to, warm and cold temperatures, water, work-at-height, confined spaces, poisonous plants, snakes, ticks, spiders, and other creatures.
• Perform other duties as needed.
• This position is subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Preferred Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering preferred
• Engineer in Training (EIT) preferred
• Minimum of 5 years’ bridge/structural inspection and design experience preferred
• NHI 130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges Training preferred
• NHI 130053 Bridge Inspector Refresher Training, if applicable, preferred
• NHI 130078 Inspection of Fracture Critical Steel Bridges Training preferred
• Mobile Elevating Working Platform (MEWP) Operator Certification for lifts and under bridge inspection vehicles (UBIV) preferred
• UAS Pilot (FAA Part 107 certification) with structural inspection experience preferred
• Experience in asset management data software (i.e. AASHTOWare BrM) preferred
• Local candidates are preferred

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of 5 years experience
• Proficient with MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)
• Strong written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• This position typically requires successfully passing drug-screening procedures prior to being hired; thereafter subject to random and cause drug and alcohol testing
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.