Bridge Inspection Team Leader
What You Will Do
GFT is seeking a Bridge Inspection Team Lead to join our Bridge Group in Austin, TX! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at either our Austin, Houston, or Fort Worth, TX Offices.
What You’ll Be Challenged To Do
- Prepare or preferably direct; Preparation and modification of technical reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, and designs for structures.
- Construction management tasks.
- Plans and develops engineering projects concerned with unique or controversial problems.
- Organizes and develops project team to execute specific phases or aspects of project such as technical studies, project design, preparation of specifications and technical plans, and project inspection.
- Delegates tasks.
- Reviews project design for general compliance with engineering principles, company standards, and customer contract requirements, and related specifications.
- Collaborates with other staff in completing projects.
Education | Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering.
- Minimum 7 years of experience in civil/structural design, bridge inspections, rehabilitation and evaluation of bridges along with the preparation of load ratings, construction documents, and specifications and estimates.
- Professional Engineer (civil) or Structural Engineer license in the state of Texas (or other state with the ability to become licensed in Texas through comity or reciprocity within 6 months).
- Successful completion of NHI Course 130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges, and are current in the state of Texas on NHI Course 130053A Bridge Inspection Refresher Training (if applicable).
- Successful completion of NHI Course 130078 Fracture Critical Inspection Techniques for Steel Bridges or Bridge Inspection Techniques for Nonredundant Steel Tension Members (NSTM).
- Familiarity with structural programs such as STAAD, AASHTOWare BrR, MDX, Bentley, and LEAP as well as Microsoft Suite.
- Familiarity with Bridge Database software including Bentley AssetWise, AASHTOWare BrM, or similar.
- Familiarity with bridge design/layout programs used by TxDOT including BridgeLink, Cap18, Culv5, and BGS.
- Experience with Texas Department of Transportation standards and requirements for structures.
Work Environment
- The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, depending on field assignments.
Featured Benefits
- Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
- 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 internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
- Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
Compensation
The salary range for this role is $125,000 - $145,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.
Company Overview
At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more. Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.
Unsolicited Resumes
Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of GFT. GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.
Location
Austin, TX; Houston, TX; Fort Worth, TX
Core Business Hours
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status
Full-Time