Bridge Inspection Team Leader

Bridge Inspection Team Leader

GFT is seeking a Bridge Inspection Team Leader to join our Transportation group in Charleston SC, Columbia SC, Charlotte NC, and Greenville SC. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our South Carolina or North Carolina office. Working on the Transportation team at GFT offers the opportunity to engage in transformative projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity.

Whether working on highways and bridges or traffic engineering, our team excels in resilient, sustainable design and construction, delivering innovative solutions that address the complexities of modern, multimodal roadway systems and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable travel for all.

Lead the field inspection and completion of inspection reports for routine and complex bridges located throughout the Carolinas. Additional duties may include performance of structural design/analysis; preparation of bridge load rating reports; and preparation of construction documents, project specifications and quantity/cost estimates. Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs, including oversight of entry‑level staff engineers and attending client meetings.

Field assignments may involve travel within the continental United States. No relocation assistance provided.

• Review previous inspection reports and information
• Schedule and coordinate field operations with subcontractors
• Perform field inspection of complex structures including bridges and tunnels
• Assign and lead team members in field and office tasks
• Identify critical findings during field inspection
• Document inspection findings, including the use of digital photography
• Operate inspection equipment such as bucket trucks, manlifts, and underbridge inspection vehicles
• Climb ladders, supervise traffic control set‑ups and perform other work in support of inspection activities
• Prepare inspection reports, evaluations and recommendations
• Perform engineering calculations, structural analysis, rating calculations and review of plans as required
• Other duties may be assigned as needed
• Actively engage multiple perspectives when solving problems, seek to learn from peers, and encourage reciprocal learning among team members

• NBIS Bridge Inspection Team Leader Certification
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from a 4‑yr accredited college or university
• 3‑5 years of related Bridge Inspection experience
• Successful completion of NHI required training:
  Safety Inspection of in‑service bridges (NHI 130055)
• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Strong technical writing skills
• Physically capable of performing continuous field work including working at heights, carrying ladders and gear, working in adverse weather conditions, etc.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Actively engage multiple perspectives when solving problems, seek to learn from peers, and encourage reciprocal learning among team members
• Actively advocate 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

• Registration as an Engineer Intern or licensed Professional Engineer
• Successful completion of NHI Training:
  Bridge Inspection Techniques for Nonredundant Steel Tension Members (NHI 130078)
• Experience with NCDOT Wigins and AASHTOWare BrM software
• Experience with engineering design software (AutoCAD, Open Roads Designer, Micro Station, etc.)
• Load rating and design experience
• OSHA 10 HR Certification
• Experience working with state (SCDOT or NCDOT) and local transportation agencies
• Local candidates

Salary range: $80,000 to $156,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Tax‑deferred 401(k) savings plan
• Competitive paid‑time‑off (PTO) accrual
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Commitment to professional development, access to…