BRIDGE INSPECTORS - TEAM LEADERS

AZIERTA ENGINEERING LLC; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

AZIERTA ENGINEERING LLC is seeking a Bridge Inspector - Team Leader in Virginia Beach, VA. The role involves leading inspection teams, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and preparing reports. Ideal candidates will have significant experience and relevant certifications. Join a firm with over 1,000 successful projects and a commitment to safety and growth.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Opportunities for growth

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• 5 years of bridge inspection experience required.
• Knowledge of federal and state requirements for inspections.

Responsibilities

• Lead bridge and structural inspections to ensure compliance.
• Prepare and review inspection reports.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Associate's degree in engineering

Tools

Bridge inspection instruments

Web-based applications

Job description

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AZIERTA LLC is a civil engineering firm seeking Bridge Inspectors - Team Leaders to join our growing team in Washington, DC. The selected candidate will lead bridge and structural inspection efforts, ensuring the safety, compliance, and integrity of transportation infrastructure across the state of Virginia. This role requires field leadership, technical expertise, and coordination with clients and internal teams.

The candidate will work with multidisciplinary teams. By joining our team, you will enjoy the benefits of our strong track record with over 1,000 successful projects and leadership in major contracts across the U.S.

Key Responsibilities

• Individual in charge of an inspection team responsible for planning, preparing, and performing field inspection of the bridge.

• Leads bridge and/or ancillary structure inspections to ensure that Federal and State requirements are met for routine, fracture critical, and underwater inspections. Conducts and oversee inspections according to NBIS, FHWA, and VDOT requirements.

• Prepares and/or reviews inspection reports.

• Perform QA QC reviews on Inspection Reports to ensure compliance with FHWA 23 Metrics for the Oversight of the National Bridge Inspection Program.

• May support in damage assessment inspections during emergency response situations to assess and make recommendations.

• Prepares and/or reviews inspection reports.

Qualifications

• Qualifies as an inspection team leader according to the NBIS and the most recent version of VDOT IIM-S&B-78.

(1) Have the qualifications specified in paragraph (a) of 23 CFR § 650.309; or

(2) Have five years bridge inspection experience and have successfully completed an FHWA approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course; or

(3) Be certified as a Level III or IV Bridge Safety Inspector under the National Society of Professional Engineer's program for National Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) and have successfully completed an FHWA approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course, or

(4) Have all of the following:

(i) A bachelor's degree in engineering from a college or university accredited by or determined as substantially equivalent by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology;

(ii) Successfully passed the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying Fundamentals of Engineering examination;

(iii) Two years of bridge inspection experience; and

(iv) Successfully completed an FHWA approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course, or

(5) Have all of the following:

(i) An associate's degree in engineering or engineering technology from a college or university accredited by or determined as substantially equivalent by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology;

(ii) Four years of bridge inspection experience; and

(iii) Successfully completed an FHWA approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course.

• Knowledge of routine to specialized bridge and structure inspection methods, as well as NBIS, federal and state requirements related to structures and safety inspections.

• The Inspector is expected to have a working knowledge of:

a) Roadway, structure, and bridge construction/maintenance/repair/rehabilitation methods, materials, standards and specifications

b) VDOT Road and Bridge Specifications, and Road and Bridge Standards,

c) State and federal environmental, and safety guidelines and regulations

d) Mathematics including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.

• The Inspector is expected to have the ability to:

a) Read and interpret roadway, structure and bridge plans and specification

b) Apply mathematical formulas and engineering principles to determine minor field adjustments

c) Maintain records

d) Perform and document required materials testing

e) Communicate with the agency and contractor personnel

• Knowledge of the types, function and use of structural components.

• Ability to prepare technical reports and forms, recommendations, estimates, and drawings.

• Ability to communicate with others verbally and in writing.

• Ability to work at heights, over and in water, in confined spaces, in proximity to heavy traffic, and in inclement weather.

• Skill in the use of bridge inspection instruments and access equipment.

• Skill in the use of computers and web-based applications to perform supervisory and technical functions of the position.

Preferred qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience is preferred.
• PE license and/or NHI Bridge Inspection Certification preferred.
• Successfully completed a Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) approved 80-hour Bridge Inspection Course.
• Strong knowledge of DOT standards and FHWA regulations.
• Strong understanding of structural materials, deterioration mechanisms, and maintenance strategies.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record, and willingness to travel to inspection sites.
• Site Inspections skills, Quality Control, and Construction Management abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• The ideal candidate will possess strong English language proficiency, excellent communication skills, and demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage multiple tasks effectively.

Salary:Based on experience and qualifications.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive compensation
• Opportunities for growth
• Supportive and safety-first work environment
• Be part of projects that shape regional infrastructure

Interested or know someone who’d be a great fit?

Apply now or reach out to us for more information.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

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• Employment type

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