Bridge Inspector

HDR; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR Engineering is seeking a Bridge Inspector to join our South Carolina team. The role involves on-site bridge inspections and some office engineering (rating, rehab/repair design, CADD) per NBIS standards.

The position supports the HDR national inspection program and may be based in Charleston, Columbia, Greenville, or Fort Mill. You will perform inspections, prepare reports, and assist with load rating analyses, rehabilitation design, and coordination with clients and subcontractors while

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in bridge/structural inspection or rating.
• Completion of NHI 130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges training.
• Experience with SCDOT bridge inspections per BIGD and load ratings per LRGD.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel for overnight stays.

Responsibilities

• Participate in bridge inspections, develop inspection reports, and perform structural load calculations.
• Work in a team environment and independently while expanding engineering knowledge and experience.
• Support HDR's national inspection program on occasion.
• Perform load rating analyses using BrR or similar software.
• Assist with bridge rehabilitation and design efforts.
• Coordinate with clients, subcontractors and railroads to meet deadlines.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Bridge inspection

Strong written communication

Teamwork

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's in civil engineering

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

MicroStation

BrR

ProjectWise

Google Earth

Bluebeam

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
HDR Engineering is looking for a Bridge Inspector to join our South Carolina team. This position may be based out of any of the following HDR offices: Charleston, Columbia, Greenville, and Fort Milll. The Bridge Inspector will be expected to perform bridge inspections and some office engineering (rating, rehab/repair design, CADD). They will assist the Team Leader in performing bridge inspections and preparing reports in accordance with NBIS (National Bridge Inspection Standards) on a regular basis.
In the role of Bridge Inspector, we\'ll count on you to:

• Participate in bridge inspections, develop inspection reports, and perform structural load calculations
• Work in a team environment and independently while challenging yourself to acquire knowledge and experience in engineering
• Support HDR\'s national inspection program on an occasional basis
• Perform and update load rating analyses using commercially available software such as BrR
• Assist with bridge rehabilitation and design efforts
• Coordination and scheduling with clients, subcontractors, and railroads to meet inspection deadlines on time
• Perform other duties as needed
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree or associate degree in civil engineering or a related field
• 2+ years\' bridge/structural inspection, rating experience or design experience
• Completion of NHI 130055 "Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges training"
• Experience with SCDOT bridge inspections according to BIGD and SCDOT load ratings according to LRGD
• CADD experience, MicroStation preferred
• Experience with ProjectWise, Google Earth and Bluebeam
• Willing to work with other disciplines (bridge, roadway, hydraulic, construction, planning) within the office, as necessary, during inspection downtime
• Must possess a valid driver\'s license with a safe driving record and can travel for multiple night stays during the week and on weekends
• Strong client relationship skills
• This position requires physical ability to perform filed inspections of in-service bridge and culvert structures, tunnel structures, highway structures, overhead sign structures, hydraulic structures, and metal traffic signal poles. Physical demands include positioning extension ladders, maneuvering small boats, driving long distances, confined space, air travel, occasionally working at night and on weekends, and walking long distances on uneven surfaces.
• Candidate should expect exposure to environmental hazards, such as, but not limited to, warm and cold temperatures, water, work-at-height, poisonous plants, snakes, ticks, spiders, and other creatures.
• Local candidates are preferred
  

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
• HDR\'s Drug and Alcohol Policy supports our commitment to employee safety and exceeding client requirements. The Drug and Alcohol Policy prohibits the use of drugs or alcohol while on HDR or client premises, or while otherwise engaged in HDR business. This position may require a successful drug-screen prior to hire and thereafter, based on client requirements and applicable country, state and/or provincial laws and regulations.
• Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other\'s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location:United States-South Carolina-Charleston Other Locations:United States-South Carolina-Columbia, United States-South Carolina-Greenville, United States-South Carolina-Fort Mill Industry:Highway + Road Schedule:Full-time Employee Status:Regular BusinessClass:Bridges and Structures Job Posting:Jun 11, 2026
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.