Bridge Inspector Lead - Texas

Fishbeck, Thompson, Carr & Huber; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition assistance and professional发展

401(k), profit sharing, and stock (100

And more!

Job summary

Fishbeck, Thompson, Carr & Huber seeks a Bridge Inspection Lead to advance our bridge inspection practice across Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, and Texas. This senior role requires a PE license and 15+ years of experience leading inspection and scoping contracts for state and local agencies.

You will mentor staff, manage client relations, lead pursuits, and help develop proposals and fees while expanding our nationwide capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 15+ years of experience in bridge inspection or related roles supporting DOT or local agency projects.
• Qualified bridge inspection program manager and team leader experience.
• Experience with DOT bridge management software.
• Experience performing load ratings in AASHTOWare BrR.
• SPRAT certification preferred.
• Knowledge of design modeling or plan production software is a plus.
• Strong computer, written, and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow bridge inspection practice, including recruiting with assistance from bridge team leaders.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to technical staff.
• Manage contracts with various clients such as DOT's, counties, locals, private, etc.
• Assist departments with identifying and pursuing bridge inspection contracts in current and future office locations.
• Lead pursuits, prepare proposals, and develop fees for potential projects.
• Develop strategic alliances with peers in the industry to provide bridge inspection services.
• Work with other departments to provide client development and cross‑marketing opportunities.
• Contribute to the development of the firm's long‑term business goals, and objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Client engagement

Communication skills

Project management

Mentorship

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Tools

DOT bridge management software

AASHTOWare BrR

Design modeling software

Plan production software

Job description

Bridge Inspection Lead

Locations: Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, Texas. Employment Type: Full‑Time. Positions available: 1.

Fishbeck is actively seeking an experienced Bridge Inspection Lead to support and grow our bridge inspection practice across multiple states, including Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, and Texas. This senior‑level role is ideal for a seasoned professional with strong technical expertise, proven client engagement skills, and experience managing inspection and scoping contracts for agencies of varying size and complexity at both the state and local levels.

In this role, you will collaborate closely with Fishbeck's Transportation teams to identify business opportunities, lead project execution, and cultivate strong relationships with key clients and industry partners, playing a vital role in the continued expansion of our nationwide inspection practice.

What You'll Work On

• Lead and grow bridge inspection practice, including recruiting with assistance from bridge team leaders.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to technical staff.
• Manage contracts with various clients such as DOT's, counties, locals, private, etc.
• Assist departments with identifying and pursuing bridge inspection contracts in current and future office locations.
• Lead pursuits, prepare proposals, and develop fees for potential projects.
• Develop strategic alliances with peers in the industry to provide bridge inspection services.
• Work with other departments to provide client development and cross‑marketing opportunities.
• 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 related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 15+ years of experience in bridge inspection or related roles supporting DOT or local agency projects.
• Qualified bridge inspection program manager and team leader experience.
• Experience with DOT bridge management software.
• Experience performing load ratings in AASHTOWare BrR.
• SPRAT certification preferred.
• Knowledge of design modeling or plan production software is a plus.
• Strong computer, written, and verbal communication skills.

Minimum Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform field work, access and maneuver around project sites, and use a computer.
• Ability to travel to project and client sites as required.
• Ability to use communication and documentation equipment.
• Visual acuity necessary to perform inspection and documentation responsibilities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Wellness reimbursement and activities.
• Tuition assistance, continuing education, and professional development support.
• Vacation and sick time, volunteer PTO, parental leave, and paid holidays.
• 401(k), profit sharing, and stock options (100% employee‑owned).
• And more!

Equal Opportunity Statement

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