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About the Role

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. Projects include non-redundant steel tension member (NSTM) bridge inspections, routine bridge inspections, special bridge inspections, bridge load ratings, new structure design, as well as the inspection and rehabilitation or repair of existing structures for both roadways and railroads.

Responsibilities

Leading field structure inspections
Leading structural design tasks on projects
Monitoring and adhering to budgets and schedules
Performing QC or QA reviews
Working with other staff in completing projects
Preparation and modification of technical reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, and designs for structures
Construction management tasks
Planning and developing engineering projects concerned with unique or controversial problems
Organizing and developing project team to execute specific phases or aspects of project
Reviewing project design for general compliance with engineering principles, company standards, and customer contract requirements
Coordinating activities concerned with technical developments, scheduling, and manpower, resolving engineering design problems
Evaluating and approving design changes, specifications, and drawing releases
Understanding team management, developing project scope of work, estimating manpower needs, preparing schedules, and tracking project progress
Assuring that the project is completed within the allocated period of time and within the budget that has been assigned
Maintaining liaison with individuals and units within or outside their organization with responsibility for acting independently on technical matters
Assisting Client Managers on proposals to clients
Planning and executing project meetings
Negotiating project issues with the client, such as scope changes or schedule acceleration
Assuring the project meets quality control and quality assurance guidelines
Interpreting changes in the contract and advising management on needed changes
Maintaining professional, technical, and supervisory skills by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies

Requirements

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
Ability to travel for projects site visits
Ability to work in the field conducting bridge inspections approximately 30% of the time
Ability to work well in a team environment on multi-disciplinary projects
Successful completion of a criminal background check

Skills

Technical skills
Verbal and written communication skills
Team management
STAAD
AASHTOWare BrR
MDX
Bentley
LEAP
Microsoft Suite
Bentley AssetWise
AASHTOWare BrM
BridgeLink
Cap18
Culv5
BGS

Location

Austin, TX
Houston, TX
Fort Worth, TX

Work Type

Hybrid
Full-Time

Experience Level

Minimum 7 years of experience

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering

Salary/Compensations

$125,000 - $145,000

Benefits

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

About the Company

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.

Equal Opportunity

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.