Bridge Inspection Team Leader/Manager

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc.; Wethersfield (CT); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc. is seeking a Bridge Inspection Team Leader/Manager in a hybrid, flexible location role.

You will lead and expand an industry-leading bridge inspection program across our footprint, guiding the team and collaborating with leadership to drive growth and innovation. You will have the option, if interested, to engage in complex bridge design and load rating work, broadening your technical and leadership experience.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of bridge inspection experience required.
• B.S. in Civil Engineering (structural emphasis preferred).
• NHI/FHWA Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges course preferred.
• NHI/FHWA Fracture Critical (NSTM) course preferred.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead a talented group bridge inspectors.
• Manage the inspection team's quality, procedures, workload, and training
• Strategize with senior leadership on the team's development and growth
• Prepare proposals for new inspection contracts with a talented marketing team.
• Planning and performing structural inspections of highway and railroad bridges, culverts, ancillary structures, and buildings in accordance with NHI and AREMA Standards
• Performing quality reviews of bridge inspection report narratives, sketches, photos, and basic repair and rehabilitation cost estimates.
• Managing inspection equipment with a sufficient budget to properly outfit inspection teams with the latest gear
• Mentoring younger staff
• Participate in the growth of the inspection practice across the VHB footprint

Skills

Bridge inspection

Leadership

Communication skills

Team mentoring

Safety awareness

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering (structural emphasis preferred)

NHI/FHWA Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges

NHI/FHWA Fracture Critical (NSTM)

Valid driver's license

Job description

Bridge Inspection Team Leader/Manager

Job Locations US-MA-Watertown | US-CT-Wethersfield | US-MA-Boston

ID 2026-6090

Category Engineering

Type Regular Full-Time

Career Stage Type Experienced

# of Openings 1

ABOUT THE POSITION

Bridge Inspection Team Leader/Manager | Hybrid | Flexible location

Step into a pivotal growth role at VHB as a Bridge Inspection Team Leader/Manager, where you'll have the opportunity to take ownership of and shape an industry-leading inspection program across our VHB footprint. In this highly visible position, you will lead, expand, and strategically guide our bridge inspection practice, positioning it for continued growth and innovation. As the practice rapidly scales, you'll also have the option if you are interested to engage in complex bridge design and load rating work, further broadening your technical and leadership experience.

You'll collaborate closely with a highly supportive leadership team with deep inspection and design expertise who are committed to investing in your development and empowering you to set the direction for the team. VHB's culture emphasizes long-term career growth, employee retention, and an industry-leading work/life balance, with flexibility in office location to support your success and well-being.

For the second year in a row, VHB proudly celebrates our selection as a 2026 U.S. Best Managed Company Sponsored by Deloitte Private* and The Wall Street Journal, the Best Managed Company program recognizes outstanding U.S. private companies demonstrating excellence in four key areas: strategy, ability to execute, corporate culture and governance/financial performance. This year, 63 companies across the U.S. have been recognized, with VHB being one of only two AEC firms honored.

Learn more about our Structures practice at VHB: Bridges & Structures | VHB

In this position, you will serve an important role as the team leader in the planning and execution of bridge inspections while leading a team of inspection team members. Tasks would include supervising the development of field notes, assembling record documents, and generating inspection reports upon completion of the inspection. Work will also include communicating with clients, state and government agencies, and abutters to coordinate access and general inspection activities. The work would involve a mix of office and fieldwork. The ideal candidate should possess a "can-do" attitude, excellent verbal and written communication skills, leadership skills, and the ability to work independently as well as with a team in a dynamic, fast-paced, and fun environment. The position includes significant opportunities for personal and professional development and growth within VHB's emerging bridge inspection practice.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead a talented group bridge inspectors.
• Manage the inspection team's quality, procedures, workload, and training
• Strategize with senior leadership on the team's development and growth
• Prepare proposals for new inspection contracts with a talented marketing team.
• Planning and performing structural inspections of highway and railroad bridges, culverts, ancillary structures, and buildings in accordance with NHI and AREMA Standards
• Performing quality reviews of bridge inspection report narratives, sketches, photos, and basic repair and rehabilitation cost estimates.
• Managing inspection equipment with a sufficient budget to properly outfit inspection teams with the latest gear
• Mentoring younger staff
• Participate in the growth of the inspection practice across the VHB footprint

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces and adjacent to live highway and railroad traffic
• Familiarity with MBTA, MassDOT, AASHTO, and AREMA inspection requirements
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Proactive and self-motivated, with excellent attention to detail and quality
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Enthusiasm to learn, seek out opportunities, and take responsibility
• Ability and willingness to work overnight when required for specific access requirements on roadways and on ROW tracks.
• Experience with vertical lift equipment, under-bridge inspection trucks, and rope access credentials are a plus

Qualifications

• 8+ years of bridge inspection experience required
• B.S. in Civil Engineering (structural emphasis preferred)
• NHI/FHWA Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges course preferred
• NHI/FHWA Fracture Critical (NSTM) course preferred
• Valid driver's license

The full-time annual base salary range for this position is $115,000 to $170,000. The base salary offered will be determined based on job-related factors, including geographic location, internal equity, experience, credentials, skills, education, work schedule, and other factors permitted by law. The posted salary range reflects base pay only. Additional compensation and benefits available to eligible employees are outlined in our Total Rewards Program.

Annual base salary is one component of VHB's Total Rewards package. In addition to base pay, eligible employees may receive annual incentive compensation bonuses, spot bonuses, and merit-based salary increases, providing opportunities to increase earnings beyond base pay. VHB also offers a differentiating work experience, including a comprehensive benefits package that includes eligibility to participate in the VHB 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and recognition programs.

Details on VHB's benefits package can be found here: Benefits Checklist

VHB has been named a U.S. Best Managed Company for 2026, marking its second consecutive year receiving this prestigious recognition. VHB, was honored for excellence in strategy, execution, corporate culture, and governance/financial performance. Sponsored by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal

Building what's next, together.

Our people make the difference. We foster a technology-empowered, peopledriven, futureready culture where agility, innovation, and collaboration shape how we work every day.

When you join VHB, you'll find:

• Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact
• A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success
• Support to grow your skills and lead through change
• Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI
• Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment

We're growing across the East Coast and are consistently recognized as a great place to work. Ready to shape what's next? Learn more about what sets our employee experience apart and connect with us.

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.