Bridge Inspection Team Lead - Field Inspections & NBIS

Volkert Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Health/Dental/Vision

401(k)

Job summary

Volkert Inc. is seeking an experienced Bridge Inspection Team Leader for the Mid Atlantic Region, based in Springfield, VA. The role requires leading field inspections, coordinating teams and resources, and ensuring NBIS compliance.

Applicants should have a minimum of five years in bridge inspections, with at least one year as a qualified NBIS Team Leader, and willingness to travel locally. A high school diploma or equivalent is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in conducting field inspections and preparing inspection reports.
• Proficiency with NBIS and safety inspection standards.
• Course: NHI Safety Inspection of In‑Service Bridges with refresher within 5 years.
• Minimum 5+ years in bridge inspections with 1 year as NBIS Team Leader.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site safety inspections of bridges and culverts.
• Lead a team of inspectors in the field during inspections.
• Schedule and coordinate inspections, personnel, vendors, stakeholders, and traffic.
• Operate access equipment and other gear for inspections.
• Review and update bridge inspection reports.
• Develop repair recommendations.
• Review structural analysis data.

Skills

NBIS knowledge

Strong writing

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

NHI Safety Inspection course with Refresher Training (last 5 years)

EIT or P.E. license (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Volkert Inc. is seeking an experienced Bridge Inspection Team Leader for the Mid Atlantic Region, based in Springfield, VA. The role requires leading field inspections, coordinating teams and resources, and ensuring NBIS compliance.

Applicants should have a minimum of five years in bridge inspections, with at least one year as a qualified NBIS Team Leader, and willingness to travel locally. A high school diploma or equivalent is required.