Associate Vice President – Bridge Inspection Practice Lead

Description

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

Requirements

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

Benefits

• Employee- Only Stock Purchase Plan
• 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.
• Volunteer/Industry association opportunities
• Mentoring programs
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a positive work environment
• Competitive Total Compensation Package
• Continuing Education Program
• Employee referral bonus
• Opportunities to participate in professional associations and community impact initiatives

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance