Tunnel Inspector

Job Description

GMS is seeking a Tunnel Inspection Team Leader for our New York Office. The applicant should have proven effectiveness performing tunnel and/or bridge condition assessments. Strong knowledge of bridge and/or tunnel inspection standards and field inspection experience is essential. This position is full-time and will be in-person in the office (and inspection sites) five days per week.

GMS encourages employees to become registered professional Engineers and Architects. We also encourage Engineers and Architects at all levels to obtain relevant certifications. Membership in professional societies and the writing of professional papers are supported by the firm.

GMS encourages the professional growth of its staff. There are presently 11 Partners in the company in which three of the Partners were hired by GMS directly after college. Our employee development and evaluations systems base our promotions on performance, skills, and potential of the candidate.

Roles & Responsibilities

Tunnel Inspection Team Leader responsibilities include:

• Perform structural condition inspections of existing Tunnel structures and associated tunnel facility structures in accordance with TOMIE (Tunnel Operations, Maintenance, Inspection, and Evaluation) manual chapters 4 and 5, as well as current ACI and/or AISC standards as applicable.
• Prepare clear and concise inspection reports, for submission to government agencies, including recommendations for repair/rehabilitation
• Lead inspection teams; train and supervise assistant team leaders.
• Coordinate and schedule field activity associated with inspections, including coordination with facility owner/agency and third-party contractors.
• This role requires mandatory random drug/alcohol testing.

Education and Experience Requirements/Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree from an accredited engineering program
• At least five (5) years of consistent experience in the field of structural engineering and construction
• Registered Professional Engineer in New York, preferred
• Certified as a Team Leader in accordance with the National Tunnel Inspection Standards, 23 CFR Part 650, § 650.509 (b) or shall become certified as a Team Leader by successfully completing the FHWA-NHI-130110 Tunnel Safety Inspection training course Tunnel or bridge condition inspection experience with the ability to identify and evaluate defects that diminish the integrity of a structural member
• Design experience and familiarity with the type of civil/structural systems installed in tunnels
• Ability to assess the degree of deterioration for concrete, steel, masonry, and timber materials
• Understanding of the applicable codes and guidelines for structural systems.

Talent/Skills

The ideal candidate should have a solid understanding of construction materials, structural systems, and inspection procedures. They must be familiar with building codes and safety regulations, ensuring that all inspections meet industry standards. Excellent attention to detail and strong observational skills are crucial for identifying structural issues. Effective communication is essential for reporting findings and working collaboratively with project teams. The candidate should be able to work independently on-site and manage time efficiently. Proficiency with inspection tools, testing equipment, and software for report documentation is also required.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary range: $100,000 - $160,000 commensurate with education, experience, and performance
• Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Family leave
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

About GMS

GMS is a multi-disciplinary, Structural Engineering and Architecture consulting firm headquartered in New York City, with offices in Los Angeles, California, New Jersey, and Connecticut. We take great pride in our expertise – please visit our website to see what we do. Since our inception in 1991, GMS has won over 400 project awards and has had the privilege of working with many talented engineers and architects, including ten Pritzker Prize winners. GMS has won four (4) AISC Ideas2 awards and has been a national finalist four times for design of innovative steel projects.

Join our team! Celebrating 33 years of service, GMS is proud to have won hundreds of awards and honored to have collaborated with a wide array of excellent architects, owners, builders, corporations, designers, and artists, including ten Pritzker prize laureates on twenty-four different projects and studies.

We believe that providing a work environment grounded in excellence for our employees will translate directly into outstanding service for our Clients and the other members of the design/construction community.

To provide this level of service, we continually train and encourage our staff to learn about new ideas, technologies, and materials that will advance our collective knowledge and expertise.

Our philosophy can be summarized as:

• Work hard – Satisfy the needs of the clients and continue to grow our firm together.

• Ask for any help you need – there are no bad questions.

• Nurture your colleagues and allow yourself to be nurtured by them.

• Make suggestions – we all want to be the best we can be.

• Enjoy the time you spend here.

• Do the right thing – treat all ethically and with respect

If you are a smart, inquisitive, and dedicated professional, we hope you will consider joining our team.

GMS offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits program, and a 401K retirement plan with a company match. GMS is an equal opportunity employer.

Resumes and transcripts may be sent to employment@gmsllp.com with the job title in the subject line.