Bridge Inspector Team Lead

A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we’re making an impact around the world.

If you’re looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals who are passionate about the future of transportation.

The candidate will lead bridge inspection teams as needed, perform inspections, write and review inspection reports, assist with rehabilitation and design projects, and assist with load rating projects. The candidate will go to various sites and projects throughout Mississippi, Louisiana, and the United States to provide hands‑on structural inspections of bridges and other transportation‑related structures as per the Specifications for the National Bridge Inventory (SNBI).

Office duties will include assisting with managing inspection projects, bridge design and load rating calculations and developing rehabilitation designs and plans.

When faced with an impasse, do you look to bridge the gap? Our Bridges Team does too. From local bridge rehabilitations that support our communities to iconic bridge designs that define a region, our opportunities will connect you to your career goals. Join our dynamic Bridges and Structures team and work alongside others who share your passion to support communities through exciting and unique projects.

• Assist with managing bridge inspection projects including coordination with clients and inspection teams, performing field and office quality control, and performing bridge inspections

• Performs bridge design, rehabilitation and load rating tasks on assigned bridge projects

• Performs calculations using company standard software and proprietary manufacturer software

• Participate and collaborate in project team setting, engage in creative and critical thought, and effectively communicate ideas, design issues and solutions to others

• Create and interpret sketches, drawings, and various structures

• Assist other offices with bridge inspection, rehabilitation, and load rating tasks

• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned

• Thorough understanding of codes, legal, design, and inspection requirements in relevant jurisdictions

• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Micro Station, Microsoft Office and Asset Wise (or equivalent)

• Knowledge of relevant design software (BrR, MDX, LEAP, CSI Bridge, etc.)

• Ability to travel in/out of office periodically (15‑30%)

• Ability to climb ladders, walk on uneven slopes, and work at heights

• Ability to operate mechanical access equipment (snooper, manlift, platform truck, etc.)

• Possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering, Master’s degree a plus.

• Professional Engineer license(s) or ability to obtain within 1 year.

• Four or more years bridge engineering, bridges inspection or related/combined experience.

• Completed 2‑week NHI Course No. 130055, or the 5‑day NHI Course No. 130056

• Successful completion of NHI Course No. 130078 a plus.

• Experience with rope access/climbing inspection methods a plus.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

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