Bridge Inspection District Director & Structural Engineering Leader

WSP in the U.S.; Mooresville (NC); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the United States is recruiting an experienced Structural Engineering Technical Director - Bridge Inspection District Manager to lead district‑level bridge inspection programs across NC and SC. The role is hybrid and can sit in Mooresville, Charlotte, Raleigh, Columbia, or Greenville.

You will oversee statewide technical leaders, ensure QA/QC adherence, and drive revenue growth while maintaining safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from ABET‑accredited program.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license; multi‑state licensure (NC & SC preferred).
• 12+ years of progressive experience in bridge inspection under NBIS, including leadership of complex programs, districts, or regions.
• Demonstrated experience managing bridge inspection programs for NCDOT, SCDOT, and/or comparable transportation agencies.
• Proven success leading senior technical leaders and managing multi‑state or district‑level teams.
• Strong understanding of QA/QC, safety management, risk mitigation, project delivery, and financial performance.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder‑management skills with technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel within NC and SC as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to statewide Bridge Inspection TEC Leads, ensuring technical excellence, staff development, performance management, and succession planning.
• Establish consistent inspection practices, QA/QC standards, and delivery processes across North and South Carolina.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, collaboration, and ethical decision‑making aligned with WSP policies and values.
• Partner with regional and national leadership to anticipate workforce needs and support strategic hiring.
• Ensure all bridge inspection activities comply with NBIS and applicable state and client requirements.
• Serve as district technical authority for inspection methodologies, risk management, QA/QC, and innovative inspection technologies.
• Lead business development efforts for bridge inspection and related services across NC and SC.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Job description

WSP in the United States is recruiting an experienced Structural Engineering Technical Director - Bridge Inspection District Manager to lead district‑level bridge inspection programs across NC and SC. The role is hybrid and can sit in Mooresville, Charlotte, Raleigh, Columbia, or Greenville.

You will oversee statewide technical leaders, ensure QA/QC adherence, and drive revenue growth while maintaining safety and regulatory compliance.