Canal/Bridge Inspection Team Lead

Description

• Lead and perform bridge, canal, and water control structure inspections in accordance with NYSCC, NYSDOT, and/or ASCE standards.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to assistant team leaders, junior engeering inspection staff, and other specialty inspection staff (dive technicians, ROV/UAV operators, surveyors, etc.).
• Perform quality reviews and ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and safety requirements.
• Coordinate with clients, project managers, and internal teams to deliver projects efficiently.
• Plan and coordinate inspection logistics, safety, and field operations.
• Travel to project sites approximately 4–8 non-consecutive weeks per year.
• Utilize Microsoft Office Suite and other emerging technologies applicable to engineering inspection and reporting.
• Prepare, review, and finalize detailed technical reports and inspection documentation.

Requirements

• Comfortable working at heights, on ladders, in water, on scaffolding, and in adverse weather conditions.
• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices related to construction management, quality assurance, and safety protocols.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.)
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite; interest in adopting/integrating new inspection technology (e.g., drones, ROVs, cloud based data storage, tablets, above water and underwater 3D imaging, AI learning software).
• Proven experience in planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring engineering projects.
• Strong organizational, technical writing, and quality control skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, team members, and stakeholders.
• FAA Part 107 Drone Certification and/or ROV experience preferred but not required.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Active P.E. License in New York, or the ability to attain license within 3 months.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Familiarity with standard field inspection techniques, safety procedures, and inspection access equipment.
• Minimum of 3 years in canal, bridge, construction, or water control structure inspection and/or design.
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field (AEC Industry)
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions in a fast-paced environment.
• Master’s Degree
• ADCI Surface Supplied Air Diving Certification preferred but not required.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
• Proven experience in project management roles, with a track record of successful project delivery.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance