Associate Vice President - Bridge Inspection

We are seeking a senior-level Associate Vice President – Bridge Inspection Practice Lead to lead and expand a regional Bridge Inspection practice across NY and NJ.

This is not a back-office oversight role. This is a market-facing leadership position responsible for technical excellence, agency relationships, team development, and strategic growth. You will oversee major inspection programs, mentor inspection staff, and strengthen relationships with key transportation agencies — particularly NYCDOT.

If you’re a NY PE and experienced NBIS Team Leader who wants to shape a regional inspection practice, this is a serious leadership platform.

Leadership Responsibilities

  • Lead and grow the regional Bridge Inspection practice

  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with NYCDOT and other key agencies

  • Drive business development efforts, proposal strategy, and pursuits

  • Mentor and develop bridge inspectors and engineers

  • Oversee staffing plans, project assignments, and performance reviews

  • Track and manage project financials and revenue forecasts (monthly and quarterly)

  • Represent the firm at industry events, conferences, and professional associations

Technical Responsibilities

  • Manage and oversee NBIS bridge inspection programs

  • Ensure compliance with FHWA and applicable city/state DOT requirements

  • Supervise field teams and perform QA/QC on inspection reports

  • Serve as Team Leader on select projects, including:

    • Hands-on inspections

    • Rope access methods

    • Site visits and condition evaluations

  • Provide technical recommendations related to structural condition, maintenance, and rehabilitation

  • Coordinate with local, state, and regional transportation agencies

  • Support integration of inspection data into asset management systems

  • Ensure adherence to AASHTO and AASHTOWare Bridge Management protocols

Qualifications

  • B.S. in Civil or Structural Engineering

  • 12+ years of progressive bridge inspection/structural experience

  • Minimum 5 years of recent experience as a Bridge Inspection Team Leader

  • New York PE required (NJ PE a plus)

  • Active FHWA/NHI Bridge Inspection Training Certification (2-week course and/or refresher required at time of hire)

  • Direct experience with NYCDOT bridge inspection programs (NYSDOT and NJDOT preferred)

  • Familiarity with agencies such as TBTA, PANYNJ, NYCT, LIRR preferred

  • Physically capable of working at heights using ladders, scaffolding, lifts, and access equipment

  • Strong knowledge of NBIS requirements

  • Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills

  • Proven ability to mentor staff and manage large-scale inspection programs