Bridge Inspection Assistant Team Leader

WSP; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. is seeking a Bridge Inspection Assistant Team Leader to join our Bridge & Infrastructure Inspection Team in Western Pennsylvania, with offices in Pittsburgh, PA and Wexford, PA.

This role is ideal for someone new to bridge inspection and eager to grow into a Team Leader. You will work half the time in the field and half in the office, performing inspections, contributing to load ratings, developing sketches, and guiding entry-level engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering required.
• NCBI certification through FHWA course or PennDOT equivalent, current.
• CBSI certification required within 6–9 months of employment.
• 0–3 years of bridge/tunnel/inspection or related experience.
• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Strong knowledge of structural engineering principles and applications.
• Ability to work in field conditions and travel as needed.
• Proficient in MS Office and basic design tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead or assist on bridge, tunnel, and ancillary inspections.
• Perform professional structural engineering work and inspections.
• Assist in preparation of Bridge & Tunnel Load Ratings.
• Develop plans/sketches using AutoCAD/MicroStation.
• Provide guidance and training to entry-level engineers.
• Support project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations.
• Prepare cost proposals and scope of work documents.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Independent work

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Engineer in Training Certification

Nationally Certified Bridge Inspector (NCBI)

Certified Bridge Safety Inspector (CBSI)

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft Office

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Bridge Inspection Assistant Team Leader, Structural Engineerto join our exceptional Bridge & Infrastructure Inspection Teamin Western Pennsylvania, which includes offices inPittsburgh, PA and Wexford, PA.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is new to bridge inspection and interested in becoming a Team Leader. At WSP, we are driven by inspiring the right people to be part of our future-focused business objectives. Our devotion to teamwork has allowed us to build communities and expand our skylines.

Be a part of a collaborative team of experts and contribute to projects that help shape our communities and our future.

Here at WSP, anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!

Your Impact

• Work with our Bridge & Infrastructure Inspection Team on a variety of inspection-related projects.
• Work as an Assistant Team Leader on Bridge, Tunnel, and Ancillary Inspections.
• Perform professional structural engineering work and inspections.
• Assist in the preparation of Bridge & Tunnel Load Ratings.
• Assist with the development of plans/sketches using AutoCAD/Microstation.
• Work with cross-functional teams in executing project work.
• Work as an individual or as part of a cross-functional team of engineers, architects, planners, and scientific professionals to execute project work on multiple concurrent projects.
• Provide guidance and training to entry-level engineers.
• Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
• Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations and analysis.
• Support preparation of cost proposals and scope of work documents.
• Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation.
• Complete training on assignment specific tasks.
• Remain current in latest structural engineering techniques and practices.
• 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.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or equivalent.
• Nationally Certified Bridge Inspector (NCBI) certification through the successful completion of an FHWA approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course (or PennDOT equivalent). Certification must be current.
• Certified Bridge Safety Inspector (CBSI) through PennDOT. Certification must be obtained within the first 6-9 months of employment.
• 0 to 3 years of experience in bridge, tunnel, or ancillary inspection or design or other infrastructure related work.
• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Proficient knowledge of structural engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to project work-related issues.
• Demonstrated interest in structures, transportation, or related field and have a strong desire to advance skills related to WSP’s work and projects.
• Physically capable of performing continuous field work, including working at heights and in close quarters; climbing; carrying ladders and gear; working in adverse weather conditions; and working at night; around moving vehicles; etc.
• This position has the potential to work 50% of the time in the field and 50% in the office.
• Successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Record check and a valid Driver’s License is required.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
• Ability to work independently with guidance from the Bridge Inspection Team Leader.
• Advanced proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) is required.
• Ability to uphold workplace safety and to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules is conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel, including potential overnight stays, may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Successful completion of the NHI Non-Redundant Steel Tension Members (NSTM) course.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD/Microstation preferred.
• A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations or willingness to do so.
• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.

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