Bridge Inspection Team Leader

Description

• Assisting in the preparation of business proposals and safety plans.
• Participating in bridge design assignments involving contract plan preparation and specifications, design calculations, calculation of quantities and development of cost estimates.
• Actively advocates for full inclusion in the workplace, fostering an environment that welcomes diversity and values equity for all employees, partners, clients, and the communities that GFT serves.
• Performing load rating analyses.
• Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.
• Planning and preparation for field inspections.
• Responsible for accuracy of engineering design, reports, load ratings, and plans, quality presentation, thoroughness and follow-through, and efficient conformance to budgets, schedules, and company standards.
• Preparation of cost proposals and work-hour estimates.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Preparing concise structure inspection evaluation reports.
• Performing bridge and tunnel inspection assignments on complex, non-complex, and signature structures.
• Scheduling and coordinating field operations with subcontractors and subconsultants.
• Documenting clear and detailed inspection findings with the use of tablets (iPad) and associated software.

Requirements

• Physically capable of performing field work including working at heights, carrying ladders and gear, working in adverse weather conditions, etc.
• Be eager to learn and be an enthusiastic member of a project group or team.
• Rope access experience or an interest in learning rope access techniques (SPRAT, IRATA).
• 5 years of experience in complex bridge safety inspections is part of the Team Leader qualification in MA
• Completion of the following: NHI Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges (FHWA-NHI-130055), NHI Bridge Inspection Techniques for NSTMs (FHWA-NHI-130078)
• Able and willing to travel within the continental United States.
• Experience and training in the operation of aerial lift equipment including but not limited to bucket trucks, manlifts, and under bridge inspection vehicles (snoopers).
• Ability to commute to the Boston Office as required.
• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.), and experience with engineering design packages such as AutoCAD (required), MicroStation (desirable), AASHTO BrR. Staad.Pro, MathCAD, LUSAS and/or other structural analysis software systems.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel including basic programming ability.
• Completion of the Engineering-in-Training exam.
• The preferred candidate will have a structural engineering background, knowledge of MicroStation, AutoCAD, and experience with structural engineering design drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Individuals should have experience in reading design plans and shop drawings and evaluating contractor compliance with construction plans and specifications.
• Team oriented engineer with strong communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil and/or structural engineering with an emphasis on structures from an ABET-accredited university or college.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.
• Registration as a licensed Professional Engineer in MA.
• Completion of the NHI Tunnel Safety Inspection (FHWA-NHI-130110).
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and seeks clarification; responds well to questions.

Benefits

• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance