Bridge Inspector Lead - Texas

Fishbeck; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Wellness reimbursement

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Hybrid schedule

401(k) and stock ownership

Job summary

Fishbeck in Texas is seeking a Bridge Inspection Lead to oversee the expansion of our bridge inspection practice, mentor staff, and manage contracts with TxDOT and other clients. The ideal candidate will hold a Civil Engineering degree, a TX PE license, 10+ years of bridge inspection experience, and demonstrated leadership.

Travel to project sites will be required. This role offers a path to senior leadership within a 100% employee-owned firm and opportunities to shape strategic growth across

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• PE license in TX required.
• 10+ years of bridge inspection experience with TxDOT or local agencies.
• Experience with routine and complex bridges.
• Experience managing bridge inspection programs and teams.
• Familiarity with NBIS procedures and TxDOT manuals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the bridge inspection practice and recruitment.
• Serve as primary contact for TxDOT programs and districts.
• Develop strategic growth plans for Texas bridge services.
• Mentor technical staff and manage contracts.
• Oversee budgets, schedules, and quality control for programs.
• Lead proposals, develop fees, and pursue new contracts.
• Build alliances with industry peers for services.

Skills

Leadership

Staff mentorship

Verbal & written communication

Project management

Field work readiness

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license in TX

Tools

TxDOT bridge management software

AASHTOWare BrR

Bentley AssetWise

UAV inspection tools

Job description

Bridge Inspection Lead

Location: Texas
Employment Type: Full-Time

As a 100% employee-owned firm, every team member has a stake in what we build together—our work, our reputation, and our future. Now we need to add a Bridge Inspection Lead in Texas to help us keep building.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and grow the bridge inspection practice, including supporting recruiting efforts with bridge team leaders.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for TxDOT bridge inspection programs and district personnel.
• Develop and execute a strategic growth plan for bridge inspection services throughout Texas.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to technical staff.
• Manage contracts with TxDOT, local agencies, private clients, and other partners.
• Assist departments with identifying and pursuing bridge inspection contracts in current and future office locations.
• Coordinate with bridge team leaders to manage and build bridge inspection teams.
• Manage and lead bridge inspection programs, deliverables, schedules, budgets, quality control, and resource allocation.
• Lead pursuits, prepare proposals, and develop fees for inspection contracts
• Develop strategic alliances with industry peers to provide bridge inspection services.
• Work with other departments to support client development and cross-marketing opportunities.
• Assist with annual budgeting, forecasting, and workload planning for the bridge inspection practice.
• Contribute to the development of the firm’s long-term business goals and objectives.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required in TX.
• 10+ years of experience in bridge inspection or related roles supporting TxDOT or local agency projects.
• Bridge inspection experience with routine bridges and complex bridges.
• Qualified bridge inspection program manager and team leader experience.
• Experience with TxDOT bridge management software.
• Experience performing load ratings in AASHTOWare BrR.
• Experience with Bentley AssetWise.
• SPRAT certification is a plus.
• Have or be able to get TxDOT Precertifications 6.1.1, 6.1.2, 6.2.1, 6.2.2.
• Thorough knowledge of FHWA National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS).
• Familiarity with TxDOT bridge inspection procedures and manuals.
• Existing relationships with TxDOT districts, municipalities, counties, and transportation agencies throughout Texas. Knowledge of design modeling or plan production software is a plus.
• Strong computer, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to perform field work, travel to project and client sites, use communication and documentation equipment, and complete inspection and documentation responsibilities with required visual acuity.
• Multi-state bridge inspection experience is a plus.
• Experience in bridge design is plus.
• Experience in UAV/drone-assisted bridge inspections is a plus.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Wellness reimbursement and activities
• Reimbursement and support for tuition, continuing education, and professional/personal development
• Vacation and sick time, volunteer PTO, parental leave, and paid holidays
• Opportunities for hybrid and flexible schedules
• 401(k), profit sharing, and stock ownership opportunities (employee ownership)
• And more!

We are an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

Build Your Future Here

Candidates for this position can reside in the Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, or Texas markets.