NBIS Bridge Inspection Team Leader

Bridge Inspection

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,300 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #61 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Position Summary: The Bridge Inspection Team Leader will be responsible for conducting NBIS inspections of in-service transportation structures such as bridges, culverts, retaining walls, and traffic device support structures. The Bridge Inspector Team Leader will receive general supervision from the Project Manager and will be required to perform the duties of an inspection team leader. Duties of the position include planning and scheduling inspections, performing inspections, and preparing inspection reports as per client requirements.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, conduct or coordinate detailed phases of the engineering work in a part of a major project or in a total project of moderate scope
• Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, aerial photography and other topographical or geologic data to plan projects
• Design projects in accordance with client specifications and guidelines, using design software and drawing tools
• Manage project sub-consultants and in-house support disciplines
• Prepare proposals as required
• Attend meetings with clients
• Coordinate with internal team members to ensure project completion by the defined deadline and established quality
• Lead and manage team members by providing leadership and continuous performance management (setting expectations, goals, feedback, 1:1 meeting, coaching) that supports the growth and development of team

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Benefits

JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including:

• Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Caregiver Leave Program
• 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Career Development Programs
• And more...
• Benefits | JMT

• Experience in serving as Team Leader performing in-service bridge safety inspections
• Ability to work on multiple project assignments in a dynamic, fast-paced team-oriented environment
• Experience in using Microsoft Office software including WORD and EXCEL
• Ability to write, speak, and communicate clearly

• 5 years or more experience in performing in-service bridge safety inspections
• Qualify as a Bridge Safety Inspection Team Leader as defined by the National Bridge Inspection Standards (23 CFR 650, Subpart C)
• Proof of successfully completing a FHWA approved comprehensive bridge inspection safety course NHI 130055 and NHI 130053, or NHI 130056

Preferred Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering
• New Jersey EIT or New Jersey PE license
• Bridge Inspection experiences preferred for NJDOT/NJTA
• Bridge design experience is a plus
• Knowledge of AASHTO Bridge Load Ratings including LARS and BrR is a plus

Working Conditions

Work is performed in the office and in the field as needed. Work conducted outside and may be in weather- heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions and on uneven terrain or surfaces. Candidate must have the ability to perform inspections while bending, kneeling, or standing, and lift or carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds as needed. Work will require the operation of access equipment and performing inspections at heights requiring fall protection.

JMT is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity, and we are proud to be building an inclusive and diverse workforce.