Bridge Inspection Team Leader

Benesch; Pottsville (Schuylkill County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Generous paid time off

Flexible work environment

Retirement contribution up to 9%

Job summary

Benesch is looking for a Bridge Inspection Team Leader/Designer in Pottsville, PA to lead projects and ensure safety inspections for various bridges. You will be responsible for managing inspections, preparing detailed reports, and mentoring team members, all while working in a collaborative environment.

This role requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience and offers generous benefits, including retirement contributions and paid time off. Join Benesch and contribute to impactful engineering projects!

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years related experience in bridge inspection.
• Certified Bridge Safety Inspector (CBSI) in Pennsylvania.
• EIT or plan to obtain PE registration in Pennsylvania preferred.
• Experience preparing inspection reports including National Bridge Elements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct bridge safety inspections according to NBIS and PennDOT standards.
• Supervise team members completing inspections and reports.
• Prepare organized inspection reports.
• Work independently with project managers.

Skills

Bridge Inspection

Engineering Support

Report Generation

Client Interaction

Team Collaboration

Education

BSCE or related discipline preferred

Tools

iForms

BMS2

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

• Primarily responsible for bridge inspection services and engineering support.
• Responsible for bridge inspection, report generation, and load rating analysis.
• Work with a team on multiple bridge inspection projects.
• 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.).
• Physical requirements: climbing embankments and manipulating ladders.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Comfortable 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

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

Why Benesch

• Career growth with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward.
• Strong financial future with up to 9 % retirement contribution for benefit‑eligible employees.
• Flexibility that supports your life.
• Generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit‑eligible employees.
• Mentorship, hands‑on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one.

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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. Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

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