Complex Bridge Inspection Lead

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• Lead bridge inspections, develop inspection reports, and perform structural load rating calculations.
• Have the ability to travel for multiple night stays during the week.
• Be willing to travel, primarily in Texas, to inspection sites. National opportunity will be available.
• Have the physical ability to perform field inspections of in-service bridge and culvert structures, tunnel structures, highway structures, overhead sign structures, hydraulic structures, and metal traffic signal poles. Physical demands include positioning extension ladders, maneuvering small boats, driving long distances, confined space, air travel, occasionally working at night, and walking long distances on uneven surfaces.
• Have the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Demonstrated leadership skills, communication skills, and ability to work with various multi-disciplinary teams.
• Expect exposure to environmental hazards, such as, but not limited to, warm and cold temperatures, water, work-at-height, confined spaces, poisonous plants, snakes, ticks, spiders, and other creatures.
• Perform other duties as needed.

• A minimum of 6 years of related experience
• NHI 130110 Tunnel Safety Inspection Training preferred
• Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians (SPRAT) Certification as a Level I preferred
• Experience in asset management data software (AASHTOWare BrM, Asset Wise, inspect
  
  X, etc.) required.
• Experience in load rating software (AASHTOWare BrR, BRASS, CANDE, etc.) preferred.
• Mobile Elevating Working Platform (MEWP) Operator Certification for lifts and under bridge inspection vehicles (UBIV)
• NHI 130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges Training
• NHI 130053 Bridge Inspector Refresher Training, if applicable
• NHI 130078 Inspection of Fracture Critical Steel Bridges Training
• Local candidates are preferred

• Must be able to inspect any work on site without any physical assistance (such as ladders, man-lifts, underground structures, traverse uneven and irregular surfaces) except that which would normally be provided by the contractor’s personnel.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Must be able to effectively communicate in person, by telephone and email.
• Must be able to effectively work in minimally supervised and/or unsupervised environments.
• Work hours other than 8 to 5 which may include weekends and/or night shifts.
• Must have a valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Be able to operate a vehicle day or night.
• Travel may be required at times.

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Previous experience in bridge design.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, Micro Station, AutoCAD, MathCAD, LARSA, Prestress Concrete Design.
• Experience using structural analysis programs and bridge design software.
• Experience managing junior staff.
• Excellent communication skills and working in a team environment.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Highway + Road

Full-time

Regular

Business Class:
Highways

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an affirmative action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.