Railroad Bridge Operation Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Cordoba Corporation is a leading engineering and design firm based in California. We are seeking a Railroad/Roadway bridge and Guideway Engineer to join our Transportation Sector. The Roadway, Bridge and Guideway Engineer provides construction inspection and quality assurance support for roadway, bridge, guideway, and related structural elements associated with the transportation client's major project. The Engineer monitors the physical plant to ensure accordance with approved plans, specifications, contract requirements, applicable codes, and safety standards. This position serves as the Owner's representative in the field by documenting facilities, identifying non-conforming elements, and coordinating with project engineers, contractors, and construction management staff to support the successful maintenance of the California High-Speed Rail infrastructure.

• Perform daily inspection of bridge, guideway, elevated structures, retaining walls, foundations, and related civil infrastructure to verify compliance with approved plans, specifications, and contract requirements
• Monitor elements involving structural concrete, reinforcing steel, prestressed and post-tensioned systems, structural steel erection, bearings, expansion joints, precast elements, falsework, and shoring operations
• Verify that the built elements conform to project quality requirements and applicable industry standards
• Review or create inspection and testing reports, material certifications, placement records, and quality control documentation for accuracy and completeness
• Document, inspection findings, deficiencies, field observations, photographs, and project progress using electronic and other forms of reporting systems
• Identify non-conforming elements and coordinate corrective actions with contractors, Resident Engineers, Quality Assurance staff, and project management.
• Witness and document field testing, material sampling, structural load testing, and acceptance testing activities as required in support of total physical plant.
• Coordinate inspections with specialty inspectors, survey personnel, utility representatives, railroad operations, and other project stakeholders
• Verify implementation of approved traffic control, environmental compliance, and construction safety requirements within inspection areas
• Participate in meetings, reviews, and field coordination meetings to resolve technical and maintenance issues
• Assist with preparation of punch lists, substantial completion inspections, final acceptance documentation, and record verification
• Perform other maintenance inspection duties as assigned in support of the CAHSR program

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, or a closely related field
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant bridge, guideway, railroad, or heavy civil construction inspection experience; or in lieu of a degree, nine (9) years of relevant bridge, guideway, railroad, or heavy civil construction inspection experience
• Working knowledge of bridge, guideway, railroad, and heavy civil construction methods, structural systems, engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents
• Experience performing construction inspections and documenting inspection activities through detailed field reports and daily inspection records
• Ability to interpret structural drawings, shop drawings, construction specifications, and inspection procedures
• Knowledge of quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) principles and construction inspection practices
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to coordinate effectively with contractors, engineers, construction management staff, and project stakeholders
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and electronic construction management/documentation software

Preferred Qualifications:

• Seven (7) or more years of bridge, guideway, or railroad construction inspection experience on large transportation infrastructure projects
• Experience on California High-Speed Rail, commuter rail, freight rail, transit, highway, or major bridge construction projects
• Certifications such as ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I, ICC Reinforced Concrete Special Inspector, AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI), or equivalent structural inspection certifications
• Caltrans Construction Inspection experience and familiarity with Caltrans Standard Specifications and Bridge Construction Records and Procedures
• Knowledge of AREMA, AASHTO, Caltrans, and applicable railroad bridge design and construction standards
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification
• Experience utilizing electronic construction management systems such as Procore, Primavera Unifier, FieldManager, or similar platforms
• Valid California driver's license with the ability to travel between active construction sites

Salary Range: $120,000 to $220,000/yearly

Location: Fresno, CAWork Environment: Onsite

Cordoba Corporation, Making a Difference

Cordoba Corporation is a nationally recognized civil engineering, construction management, program management, and planning firm. Our expertise spans diverse sectors, including education and facilities, transportation, water, and energy. Collaborating closely with our clients, we have successfully delivered complex and high-impact infrastructure projects across California.

National Recognition - Cordoba's efforts have garnered national acclaim. Engineering News-Record (ENR) has consistently ranked us as a "top 100 construction management firm" and a "top 50 program management firm." Additionally, ENR recognized Cordoba as a "top 100 design firm" in California in 2018. Our business model emphasizes efficiency, fostering a dynamic work environment. We approach projects with multifaceted strategies, ensuring successful outcomes.

Statewide Presence - With headquarters in Los Angeles, Cordoba maintains a strong statewide presence. Our offices extend to San Francisco, Sacramento, San Ramon, Chatsworth, Santa Ana, Ontario, and San Diego.

Enhancing Employee Well-Being

Benefits and Perks: We offer multiple medical and dental insurance plans, as well as vision insurance. Plans are subsidized for both employees and dependents with coverage effective the first month after hire. Additionally, Cordoba provides employees with paid AD&D and life insurance, a 401k with an industry leading employer match, generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 9 paid holidays, and other forms of paid time off. We also offer flexible spending accounts (FSAs) including medical care reimbursement, dependent care reimbursement, and commuter benefit plans. Employees are also eligible for our employee assistance program and well-being benefits that include stress management, nutrition, and financial well-being.

Cordoba Corporation provides equal employment opportunities, promoting diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

Harassment-Free Workplace: We strictly prohibit workplace harassment based on any factor, including race, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. Cordoba is committed to fostering a healthy and happy lifestyle for our employees, both within and beyond the workplace.

For inquiries or accommodations, please contact our HR Department at: (213) 895-0224.

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