Director - Transportation (Bridge Inspection)

LJA; San Antonio (TX); Sur place; USD 110 000 - 150 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Generous Time Off

Comprehensive Benefits

Paid maternity and parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Professional Development

Social events and employee sports teams

Résumé du poste

LJA is looking for a skilled Director to oversee their Bridge Inspection Program in San Antonio, Texas. You will lead business development and optimize resources while mentoring staff and ensuring the technical excellence of projects.

The ideal candidate should have 12+ years of structural engineering experience, be a licensed Professional Engineer in Texas, and possess a strong background in bridge inspections. Comprehensive benefits and generous time off are included.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive structural engineering experience.
• 7+ years of NBIS bridge inspection experience.
• Recent knowledge of National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS).

Responsabilités

• Lead and shape the growth of LJA’s Bridge Inspection Program.
• Develop, train, and lead inspection staff.
• Manage and perform bridge inspections.

Connaissances

Leadership

Bridge inspection

Structural engineering

Team development

Load rating software proficiency

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Texas

Qualified Bridge Inspection Team Lead

Description du poste

Position Overview

As a Director at LJA Transportation, you will lead and shape the growth of LJA’s Bridge Inspection Program. Provide business development, marketing, and strategic management of projects and teams to deliver best‑in‑class services to public agencies. Set a culture of safety, ensure technical excellence, optimize resources, mentor staff, and expand LJA’s bridge inspection program.

A Typical Day Might Include

• Serving as technical resource for bridge inspections
• Establishing, documenting, and implementing bridge inspection procedures and quality control practices
• Developing, training, and leading inspection staff
• Supporting LJA’s bridge inspection practice
• May serve as Project Manager for identified contracts and pursuits
• Managing, scheduling and performing bridge inspections
• Preparing and reviewing bridge inspection reports
• Performing or checking load ratings
• Supporting business development efforts
• Supporting in the implementation of strategic plans and business plans

Required Education / License / Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Texas
• Qualified Bridge Inspection Team Lead in the State of Texas

Required Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive structural engineering experience
• 7+ years of NBIS bridge inspection experience; experience performing bridge inspections in Texas is desired
• Recent experience with National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS) and Specifications for National Bridge Inspection (SNBI)
• Current on NBIS Requirements to Serve as a Qualified Team Lead
• Proven leadership, coaching, and team development capabilities, with strong communication and cross‑functional partnership skills
• Proficiency with load ratings and load rating software

Ideally, You Should Also Have

• Strong attention to detail, exceptional work ethic, and proven ability to mentor others
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

• Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, pets, mental health support
• Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses
• Referral Bonuses
• Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives
• Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations
• Career Growth: Internal mobility opportunities
• Fun Culture: Social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day