Bridge Inspection Team Leader

PRIME AE Group, Inc.; Wethersfield (CT); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health (Medical) insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Tuition assistance

Job summary

A full-service architecture and engineering firm is seeking a Bridge Inspection Team Leader to conduct inspections and load ratings. This mid-senior level role requires a Bachelor’s in Civil or Structural Engineering, PE license in CT, and over 5 years in bridge inspection. Responsibilities include coordinating field activities, preparing safety plans, and documenting findings. Benefits include health insurance, growth opportunities, and tuition assistance. This is a full-time, hybrid position based in Wethersfield, Connecticut.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Bridge Inspection experience.
• Ability to work effectively with little supervision.
• Availability to travel through the continental US and abroad.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural safety inspections and load ratings.
• Prepare and implement health & safety plans.
• Schedule and coordinate field activities.

Skills

Bridge Inspection experience

Interpersonal skills

Written communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in CT

Tools

Mobile Elevated Work Platforms

Under bridge crane

Manlift

Bucket truck

Job description

PRIME AE Group, Inc. (www.primeeng.com) is a nationally ranked full-service architecture and engineering firm with 22 offices across 9 states and a team of 500+ professionals.

Position

Bridge Inspection Team Leader – Wethersfield, CT

Base Pay Range

$100,000.00/yr – $135,000.00/yr

Position Overview

PRIME AE is seeking a Bridge Inspection Team Leader to be based out of our Wethersfield, CT offices. As a member of our bridge inspection team, the qualified candidate will perform structural safety inspections and load ratings for various government organizations and transportation agencies. In addition, the qualified candidate will assist with developing inspection schedules, scheduling required access equipment, developing and executing traffic control plans, securing railroad access permits, and developing inspection reports. Occasional night work and overnight assignments are anticipated.

Primary Responsibilities

• Review bridge plans and previous inspection reports and plan field operations.
• Schedule and coordinate field activities with clients, railroads, police agencies, subcontractors, and equipment vendors.
• Assign and supervise team members during field activities and office tasks.
• Prepare and implement health & safety plans and traffic control plans and ensure safe field operations.
• Perform and supervise technical field inspections of complex and signature bridges and related structures as well as highway ancillary structures based on National Bridge Inspection and Federal Railroad Administration Standards.
• Operate specialized bridge inspection access equipment (manlift, bucket truck, under bridge crane) as required.
• Accurately document inspection findings with precise notes, sketches, and digital photographs encompassing all defects located.
• Evaluate seriousness of bridge defects and make on-the-spot decisions as required.
• Interact with clients, regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and equipment vendors in a confident and professional manner.
• Prepare accurate, complete inspection reports in accordance with industry standards and applicable agency manuals.
• Ensure all professional licenses and bridge inspection certifications are current.
• Nighttime and overnight assignments are anticipated.
• Travel assignments throughout the continental United States are anticipated and travel abroad may be required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering/Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited institution.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in CT.
• 5+ years of Bridge Inspection experience.
• Valid, unrestricted driver’s license.
• FHWA/NHI 2-week “Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges” (130055) or 5-day “Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges for Professional Engineers” (130056) and Refresher (130053) certifications.
• FHWA/NHI Nonredundant Steel Tension Member (Fracture Critical) Certification (130078) preferred.
• ANSI 92.24/92.22 Mobile Elevated Work Platforms/Snooper Training.
• OSHA Fall Protection and Confined Space certification.
• Physical ability to continuously tolerate harsh work environments, including working at heights and in confined spaces.
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to mentor, and work in a team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with little supervision.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Availability to travel through the continental US and abroad.

Benefits

• Full-Career Support: Flexible career paths across disciplines, from technical specialist to project leadership.
• People-First Culture: We hire top talent, champion diversity, trust, and integrity.
• Meaningful Impact: Work on projects—from community centers and hospitals to federal, transportation, and water systems—that tangibly improve lives.
• Growth-Oriented: Strategically expanding capabilities and geography (e.g., Southeast acquisition, federal growth) with strong backing from investors.
• National Yet Local: Enjoy the resources of a big firm with the agility and client intimacy of local offices.
• Health (Medical) insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Tuition assistance

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Industries

Design Services

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