Bridge Inspection Team Leader

Benesch; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Generous paid time off

Retirement contribution

Job summary

Benesch is seeking a Bridge Inspector Team Leader/Designer to support our Pottsville, Allentown, or King-of-Prussia, PA offices. This role focuses on bridge inspection and design, contributing to an emerging practice in Pennsylvania.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience, be NBIS Certified, and be prepared to lead a team on various bridge projects. Benesch offers opportunities for growth, flexible schedules, and strong financial benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years related experience.
• NBIS Certified Bridge Safety Inspector (CBSI) in PA.
• PA qualified as a CBSI Team Leader.

Responsibilities

• Performing bridge safety inspections according to NBIS and PennDOT regulations.
• Preparing organized reports and deliverables.
• Supervising team members during inspections.

Skills

Bridge inspection services

Engineering support

Verbal and written communication skills

Team collaboration

Client interaction

Education

BSCE or related discipline

Tools

PennDOT Publications

Job description

Bridge Inspector Team Leader / Designer – Pottsville/Allentown/King-of-Prussia, PA

Benesch is searching for an additional Bridge Inspection Team Leader/Designer to help make a difference in one of our Pottsville, Allentown, or King-of-Prussia, Pennsylvania offices. Bridge design, inspection and rehabilitation are core strengths of Benesch. We have an established presence with work throughout Eastern Pennsylvania for a variety of clients including multiple PennDOT Districts and local municipalities. This is an opportunity to join a talented group of individuals to help grow our emerging bridge inspection practice in Pennsylvania.

The Impact You Will Have

• Primary responsible for bridge inspection services and engineering support.
• Responsible for bridge inspection, report generation, and load rating analysis.
• Required to work with a team on multiple bridge inspection projects.
• Opportunity to coordinate, plan, market and manage bridge inspection projects.

What You Will Need

• Minimum 5 years related experience
• NBIS Certified Bridge Safety Inspector (CBSI) in PA, with up-to-date refresher training
• PA qualified as a CBSI Team Leader
• BSCE or related discipline preferred but not required.
• EIT and plan to obtain Professional Engineer (PE) Registration in Pennsylvania preferred but not required.
• Fracture Critical Inspection / Scour Evaluation training a plus
• SPRAT certification a plus
• Experience preparing reports for inspections, including iForms, BMS2, National Bridge Elements (NBE), etc.
• Familiarity with PennDOT Publications (PUB 100A, PUB 238, etc.)
• Bridge inspection assignments vary greatly, but physical requirements like climbing embankments and manipulating ladders should be expected.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Candidate should not be averse to working at heights or adjacent busy roadways.
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to travel up to 25%
• Valid U.S. driver’s license
• Positive experience interacting with clients, agencies, and other project stakeholders.
• Accustomed to working in a team environment on challenging projects.
• Strong work ethic

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performing bridge safety inspections in accordance with NBIS and PennDOT Pub 238, and supervising team members in the completion of inspections and reports.
• Preparing neat and organized reports.
• Developing task deliverables in a complete and reviewable manner.
• Performing tasks on schedule and within budget as assigned.
• Working independently under the guidance of a Project Manager/Senior Engineer.

Why Benesch

• Career growth that’s real with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward
• Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit‑eligible employees
• Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life
• Time to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit‑eligible employees
• Support beyond work through mentorship, hands‑on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one

Equal Opportunity & Accessibility

At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people and that means creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

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