Bridge Team Leader - Underwater Inspection

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Bridge Team Leader - Underwater Inspection!

This position will sit out of our Greenville, SC office.

This Opportunity

Be part of a growing dive team at a top-ranked international engineering firm with unrivaled opportunities for growth and advancement. Work alongside experienced professionals on exciting projects and become part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges!

Your Impact

• Use relevant work experience to perform underwater evaluations of waterfront structures.
• Helps ensure the safety of the traveling public through detailed assessments of bridge components and channel conditions below water.
• Drafts and reviews inspection reports to clearly convey findings to client.
• Performs routine maintenance on diving equipment in accordance with WSP’s Safe Diving Practices Manual and to manufacturers’ specifications.
• Generates accurate and concise documentation regarding assigned aspects of the project.
• Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for equipment maintenance, diving safety, and inspection procedures.
• Plans, schedules, and performs bridge inspections in accordance with the requirements of specific bridge owners, but in all cases, in compliance with the National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS) and OSHA Regulations.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED.
• 9+ years of underwater bridge inspection experience.
• Meet NBIS Underwater Team Leader requirements
• Certified Kirby Morgan Hat Technician
• Commercial Diving (ADCI) Certification
• Current USDOT physical
• ADCI medical examination within last 12 months.
• Valid state driver’s license.
• Physically capable of performing field work; including working in inclement weather, climbing slopes and ladders, carrying gear (up to 75 lbs), operating small boats, and using hand and power tools, etc.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others.
• Capable of self-leadership with attention to detail, ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instructions, and comply with company policies.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Frequent travel/overnight travel will be required depending on project-specific requirements and project location.
• Selected candidate must have the ability to work in the United States immediately.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree.
• Certified Guardian Full Face Mask Technician
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Prior leadership experience.
• ADCI Air-diving Supervisor Certification.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Proficient in AutoCAD or Micro Station.

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals.

WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.