Bridge Inspection Assistant Team Lead - Structural Engineer

CDM Smith; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 79,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith seeks a Bridge Inspection Assistant Team Leader to support field inspection teams on bridges and related structures across the United States. You will assist in inspection planning, field documentation, condition assessment, and report coordination with team leaders, project managers, and agency representatives.

The role emphasizes safety, attention to detail, and the drive to grow into a bridge inspection leadership position. Travel may be required as projects demand and client needs

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Architectural or Structural Engineering or related discipline.
• 1 year of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.
• The frequency of travel is contingent on workload and project demands.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Team Leader with routine, in-depth, special, emergency, and hands-on bridge inspections.
• Perform field observations of bridge components including decks, superstructures, substructures, bearings, joints, railings, drainage features, approaches, culverts.
• Document structural conditions through field notes, measurements, sketches, photographs, and inspection forms.
• Identify and communicate deficiencies, deterioration, safety concerns, and potential repair needs to the Team Leader and Project Manager.
• Support preparation of inspection reports, condition ratings, recommendations, and supporting documentation.

Skills

CADD 3D/4D

Engineering design principles

Microsoft Office

Written & verbal communication

Engineering analysis software

Education

Bachelor's in Civil/Structural/Architectural Eng

Tools

Revit

STAAD

RISA

Job description

CDM Smith seeks a Bridge Inspection Assistant Team Leader to support field inspection teams on bridges and related structures across the United States. You will assist in inspection planning, field documentation, condition assessment, and report coordination with team leaders, project managers, and agency representatives.

The role emphasizes safety, attention to detail, and the drive to grow into a bridge inspection leadership position. Travel may be required as projects demand and client needs