Bridge Inspection Team Leader | Boston, MA

LVI Associates; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible work schedule

Leadership development opportunities

Job summary

LVI Associates seeks a Bridge Inspection Team Leader to guide NBIS inspections for bridges and tunnels across Massachusetts. You’ll lead field teams, coordinate client interactions, and ensure accurate reporting of structural conditions.

The role emphasizes mentorship, inspection leadership, and collaboration with public agencies to support critical infrastructure assessments and safe, reliable transportation networks in the Greater Boston area.

Qualifications

• Currently NBIS Bridge or Tunnel Inspection Team Leader qualified.
• Experience leading inspection teams and liaising with clients/public agencies.
• Strong understanding of bridge inspection practices, procedures, and documentation.
• Willingness to perform fieldwork, climbing, and working at heights.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform bridge and tunnel inspections in accordance with NBIS requirements.
• Prepare and review inspection reports and structural condition assessments.
• Coordinate inspection schedules, access requirements, traffic control, and stakeholder communications.
• Perform in-depth inspections utilizing specialized access methods and testing techniques.
• Support post-event inspections and provide recommendations regarding structural safety and serviceability.
• Provide guidance, mentoring, and technical oversight to inspection staff.
• Assist with bridge load ratings and related structural engineering assignments.

Skills

NBIS inspection leadership

Bridge inspection

Team leadership

Client/public agency liaison

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Fieldwork safety

Education

PE license

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

I'm partnered with a well-established consulting engineering firm seeking a Bridge Inspection Team Leader to support and lead bridge and tunnel inspection efforts throughout Massachusetts.

This role offers the opportunity to take a leadership position on critical infrastructure projects, working closely with public agencies, coordinating inspection activities, mentoring junior staff, and contributing to the long-term condition assessment of transportation assets.

Location: Greater Boston Area, MA

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform bridge and tunnel inspections in accordance with NBIS requirements.
• Prepare and review inspection reports and structural condition assessments.
• Coordinate inspection schedules, access requirements, traffic control, and stakeholder communications.
• Perform in-depth inspections utilizing specialized access methods and testing techniques.
• Support post-event inspections and provide recommendations regarding structural safety and serviceability.
• Provide guidance, mentoring, and technical oversight to inspection staff.
• Assist with bridge load ratings and related structural engineering assignments.

Qualifications

• Currently qualified as an NBIS Bridge or Tunnel Inspection Team Leader.
• Experience leading inspection teams and working directly with clients or public agencies.
• Strong understanding of bridge inspection practices, procedures, and documentation.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed for field access requirements.
• Comfortable performing fieldwork that may require climbing, working at heights, and accessing challenging environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with AutoCAD.

Preferred

• PE license.
• MassDOT and/or MBTA inspection team leader approval.
• FHWA/NHI bridge and tunnel inspection training.
• Additional bridge inspection certifications and coursework.
• Valid driver's license.

Highlights

• Flexible work schedule.
• Opportunity to lead complex bridge and tunnel inspection projects.
• Strong technical team with a collaborative culture.
• Clear path for professional growth and leadership development.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.