Self-motivated with an entrepreneurial mindset and proactive problem-solving skills
Responsibilities
Lead bridge inspection projects for municipalities and transportation agencies
Develop and manage project costs, milestones, and deliverables
Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements
Create and track client proposals and technical documents
Identify new markets and pursue business development opportunities
Build and strengthen relationships with clients and partners
Champion quality assurance processes for reliable inspection deliverables
Prepare budgets, schedules, and risk assessments while addressing project challenges
Mentor and develop early career bridge inspectors
Benefits
Opportunities for professional development and mentorship
Collaborative work environment
Engagement in impactful infrastructure projects
Access to diverse contracts and clients
Support for entrepreneurial initiatives and business development
Full Job Description
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
About Burgess & Niple
Burgess & Niple is an engineering and architecture firm that provides services in the areas of transportation, water, wastewater, site development, and architecture. The company was founded in 1912 and is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. Burgess & Niple has completed projects in all 50 states and several countries around the world. The company has received numerous awards for its work, including the National Design-Build Award and the American Council of Engineering Companies' Grand Award.
