AECOM
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Bridge Inspector/ Engineer - Team Leader

Pay
$110,000 – $170,000 per year
Location
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
Job type
Full-time
Level
Lead / Staff
Experience
6+ years
Education
Bachelor's degree
Listed
20 days ago

Skills & highlights for this role

  • NBIS Team Leader certification
  • Motor Vehicle Record check
  • NBIS inspection standards
  • structural assessment
  • inspection reporting

Also useful

  • AASHTOWare Bridge Rating
  • AASHTOWare Bridge Management
  • bridge design

About the role

AECOM is seeking a Bridge Inspection Team Leader / Engineer IV at the Phoenix, Arizona office to perform routine, in-depth, fracture critical, tunnel, and canal inspections. Inspections may include use of snooper trucks, bucket trucks, boats, and/or man lifts.

This opportunity can include bridge design work and the ability to complete design related tasks with a clear understanding of Arizona DOT; regional and municipal standards is applicable to the responsibilities of this position.

This opportunity may include bridge design and load rating work.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and conduct field inspections of bridges and other transportation structures following NBIS (National Bridge Inspection Standards) and other relevant regulations.
  • Supervise and mentor bridge inspection team members, ensuring quality and safety in all inspection activities.
  • Evaluate structural integrity and document deficiencies, deterioration, and maintenance needs through detailed reports, sketches, and photographs.
  • Utilize inspection tools, software, and drones (as applicable) to perform comprehensive structure assessments.
  • Prepare inspection reports, load ratings, and rehabilitation recommendations in accordance with industry standards.
  • Coordinate with clients, government agencies, and internal teams to ensure project timelines and expectations are met.
  • Maintain compliance with safety protocols and best practices for working at heights, in confined spaces, and near active roadways.
  • Assist in the development of bridge maintenance and rehabilitation strategies for clients.

Minimum Qualifications

  • BA/BS + 6 years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
  • Ability to pass Motor Vehicles Record (MVR) check
  • Current NBIS Team Leader or NBIS Team Leader Certification required.

Preferred Qualifications

  • 6+ years' experience of bridge inspection and/or bridge design experience
  • PE highly preferred
  • AASHTOWare Bridge Rating (BrR) experience
  • AASHTOWare Bridge Management experience
  • FHWA-NHI-130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges Certification
  • FHWA-NHI-130078 Fracture Critical Inspection Techniques for Steel Bridges Certification
  • FHWA-NHI-130110 Tunnel Safety Inspection Certification
  • Experience operating snooper trucks, bucket trucks, and man lifts

Additional Information

  • All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
  • Sponsorship is not offered for this position now or in the future.
  • Relocation not available for this position.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About the Company

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact.

Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

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