Associate Vice President – Bridge Inspection Practice Lead

Description

• Supervise, mentor, and develop engineering and inspection staff for both technical and professional growth.
• Serve as Team Leader on select projects, conducting site visits and inspections, including hands-on and rope access methods as needed.
• Provide technical guidance, problem-solving, and recommendations related to structural condition, maintenance, and rehabilitation.
• Support integration of bridge inspection data into asset management and planning systems.
• Supervise field inspection teams, review inspection reports, and ensure QA/QC of deliverables.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with NYCDOT and other key transportation agencies.
• Manage and oversee NBIS bridge inspection projects, ensuring compliance with FHWA and city/state DOT requirements, as applicable.
• Track and manage project financial performance and revenue projections on a monthly and quarterly basis.
• Lead and grow LiRo-Hill’s Bridge Inspection practice across our regions of operation.
• Lead coordination with local, state, and regional transportation agencies.
• Proactively engage in business development, proposal preparation, and pursuit strategies.
• Oversee staffing plans, project assignments, and performance reviews.
• Represent LiRo-Hill at industry conferences, professional associations, and client events.

Requirements

• Direct experience with NYCDOT bridge inspection programs (NYSDOT and NJDOT experience preferred)
• The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States; Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
• At least 5 years of recent bridge inspection experience as a Team Leader
• Bachelor of Science in Civil/Structural Engineering
• Familiarity with additional agencies including TBTA, PANYNJ, NYCT, LIRR, and other NY/NJ transportation agencies (preferred, not required)
• 12+ years of progressive experience in bridge inspection and structural engineering
• Strong knowledge of NBIS requirements and AASHTO/AASHTOWare Bridge Management protocols
• Physically capable of performing tasks associated with bridge inspection, including working at heights on ladders, scaffolding, aerial lifts, and other access equipment
• Active FHWA/NHI Bridge Inspection Training Certification (2-Week Bridge Safety Training and/or Refresher Course required at time of hire)
• Demonstrated ability to mentor staff, manage inspection teams, and coordinate large-scale inspection programs
• New York Professional Engineer (PE) license required (NJ PE a plus)

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a positive work environment
• Mentoring programs
• Employee- Only Stock Purchase Plan
• Competitive Total Compensation Package
• Volunteer/Industry association opportunities
• Compensation: Minimum: $165,000 – Maximum: $185,000. The range provided is the salary that the Firm in good faith believes at the time of this posting is willing to pay for the advertised position. Exact compensation will be determined based on the individual candidate's qualifications and location.
• Opportunities to participate in professional associations and community impact initiatives
• Continuing Education Program
• Employee referral bonus

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance