Structural Engineer -Bridge Inspection Team Leader

Job Title

Structural Engineer 5-Bridge Inspection Team Leader

New York – Statewide (offices in Latham, Poughkeepsie, or Syracuse, NY)

Lead a team in the execution of biennial bridge inspections and support design work for bridge and structural projects.

• Conduct biennial bridge inspections, documenting field conditions and ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices.
• Coordinate with project management and quality control teams to maintain efficiency and accuracy.
• Review inspection reports for adherence to regulations and standards.
• Oversee Work Zone Traffic Control subcontractors for safe fieldwork.
• Perform confined space entries under supervision when necessary.
• Provide technical guidance and training to junior staff, fostering their development.
• Supervise junior engineers on project-specific tasks.
• Design and analyze reinforced concrete, structural steel, and other metal structures during non-inspection periods.
• Direct the development of models, drawings, and specifications.
• Ensure designs comply with regulations and firm policies.
• Represent the firm at conferences and events to enhance visibility of products and services.
• Perform other duties as needed.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Architectural, or Structural Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license.
• 7 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required (estimated 20%).
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

• Previous experience with NYSDOT Biennial Bridge Inspections.
• Knowledge of NHI 130055/130056 or NYSDOT equivalent. NHI 130078.

Professional Engineer license.

Estimated 20% travel.

CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.