Burgess & Niple

Bridge Inspection Project Manager

Structural EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
A Professional Engineer license in Arizona, or eligibility for reciprocal licensure within 6 months.
At least 8 years of bridge inspection experience with demonstrated project and staff management capabilities.
Proficiency with AASHTOWare BrM.
A strong understanding of National Bridge Inspection Standards, Specifications for the National Bridge Inventory, and American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials guidelines.

Responsibilities

Lead bridge inspection projects for local municipalities, the Arizona Department of Transportation, and other transportation agencies.
Develop, monitor, and maintain project costs, milestones, and deliverables.
Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory permitting requirements.
Develop and track client proposals, including scope development, technical and price proposals, and letters of interest.
Identify new markets, develop leads and opportunities, perform business development activities, and pursue new geographies across the desert southwest.
Develop and strengthen relationships with potential clients and teaming partners.
Apply comprehensive knowledge of applicable codes and standards for bridge inspection and assessment.
Champion quality assurance and quality control processes to ensure accurate, reliable inspection deliverables.
Prepare budgets, schedules, and risk assessments while identifying potential project challenges.
Foster collaboration and professional development within the team.
Mentor and develop early-career bridge inspectors.

Desired Qualifications

A 2-week National Highway Institute/Federal Highway Administration Bridge Inspection certification.
National Highway Institute/Federal Highway Administration Nonredundant Steel Tension Member/Fatigue Critical certification.
Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians or Industrial Rope Access Trade Association rope access certification.
National Highway Institute tunnel inspection certification.

For more than a century, Burgess & Niple has helped communities strengthen the infrastructure that supports everyday life. Our teams combine technical expertise with a commitment to improving quality of life, safety and sustainability. At B&N, that legacy shapes meaningful careers. You will collaborate on projects that make a difference, grow alongside experienced teams and contribute to work that has lasting impact.

Lead critical bridge inspection projects that keep communities connected and safe as Bridge Inspection Project Manager in Arizona. This role goes beyond traditional project management; you'll combine hands-on bridge inspection expertise with strategic leadership, managing diverse contracts from simple span structures to complex long-span bridges while building strong client partnerships and mentoring high-performing teams. You'll take full ownership of projects that meet rigorous NBIS standards and SNBI requirements, drive business development, and make a measurable impact on infrastructure that serves millions.

What You'll Do

Lead bridge inspection projects for local municipalities, ADOT, and other transportation agencies
Develop, monitor, and maintain project costs, milestones, and deliverables
Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory permitting requirements
Develop and track client proposals including scope development, technical and price proposals, and letters-of-interest
Identifies new markets, develops leads & opportunities, performs business development activities, and pursues new geographies across the desert southwest
Develop and/or strengthen relationships with potential clients and teaming partners
Apply comprehensive knowledge of applicable Codes and Standards for bridge inspection and assessment
Champion quality assurance and quality control processes to ensure accurate, reliable inspection deliverables
Prepare budgets, schedules, and risk assessments while identifying potential project challenges.
Foster strong collaboration and professional development within your team
Mentor and develop early career bridge inspectors

Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
Professional Engineer (PE) in AZ, or eligibility for reciprocal licensure within 6 months
8+ years of bridge inspection experience with demonstrated project and staff management capabilities
Proficiency with AASHTOWare BrM
Strong understanding of NBIS (National Bridge Inspection Standards), SNBI (Specifications for the National Bridge Inventory), and AASHTO guidelines
2-week NHI/FHWA Bridge Inspection certification, NSTM/FC NHI/FHWA certification, SPRAT or IRATA rope access certification, and NHI Tunnel inspection certification are all desired
Adaptable and self-motivated with an entrepreneurial mindset as well as a proactive approach to problem solving
Servant leader committed to fostering collaboration, innovation, and excellence while developing others

Learn More

To learn more about B&N, our culture and what we offer, visit: www.burgessniple.com/careers/perks-culture

Burgess & Niple is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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