Bridge Inspector Lead - Ohio
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Job summary
Qualifications
- 10+ years of bridge inspection and/or bridge engineering experience.
- Certified NBIS Team Leader strongly preferred.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead the Ohio bridge inspection practice and mentor staff.
- Develop relationships with ODOT and local agencies.
- Guide programmatic reviews and ensure quality control.
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Job description
Location: Ohio (Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, or Toledo)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Are you a seasoned bridge inspection professional with a passion for technical excellence, client engagement, and building high‑performing teams? Fishbeck is seeking a Bridge Inspector Lead – Ohio to guide the expansion of our bridge inspection practice statewide and support cross-office collaboration in Michigan, Indiana, and Texas. In this senior-level role, you’ll influence strategy, lead project execution, mentor staff, and strengthen relationships with key transportation clients.
This is your opportunity to shape the future of our inspection practice while contributing to Fishbeck’s long‑standing reputation for integrity, innovation, and high-quality engineering.
- Lead and build Fishbeck’s Ohio bridge inspection practice, including recruiting in partnership with existing bridge team leaders.
- Provide bridge inspection and engineering quality control, reviews, and standards development for the Transportation Division.
- Assist with programmatic and large-scale pursuits for Transportation OH.
- Mentor and guide technical staff across all Fishbeck offices.
- Support growth of bridge engineering and inspection in MI, IN, and TX as needed.
- Conduct client satisfaction reviews and participate in project evaluations.
- Collaborate with senior transportation leadership to develop long-term strategy for expanding bridge inspection practice.
- Build and maintain relationships with ODOT, counties, municipalities, and local agencies to position Fishbeck for upcoming opportunities.
- Lead pursuits, develop proposals, and prepare fee estimates for inspection and engineering projects.
- Identify cross-marketing opportunities with other internal departments.
- From strategic alliances with national and regional firms to strengthen market position.
- Provide guidance and insight for GO/NO-GO decisions on key pursuits.
- Represent Fishbeck at industry events, conferences, and professional organization meetings.
- Contribute to the development of firmwide long-term business objectives and strategic plans.
- Support hiring and recruiting efforts within the Transportation Division and across strategic roles.
- Assist the Department Director with workload management, staffing needs, project financials, and division profitability.
- Help execute Fishbeck’s vision for the future, contributing to organization-wide initiatives and growth.
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
- 10+ years of bridge inspection and/or bridge engineering experience.
- Certified NBIS Team Leader strongly preferred.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
- Proven ability to lead inspection operations, mentor staff, and shape strategic direction.
- Strong communication skills and experience engaging with DOTs, municipalities, and regional transportation agencies.
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to project sites.
Submit your application and a member of our Talent Acquisition team (not a bot!) will personally follow up with you. Candidates may reside in the Grand Rapids, Lansing, or Farmington Hills markets.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Wellness reimbursement and activities
- Tuition and continuing education support
- Vacation and sick time, volunteer PTO, parental leave, and paid holidays
- 401(k), profit sharing, and stock options (we’re 100% employee-owned!)
- Flexible and hybrid work options
- And more!
Fishbeck is one of the premier professional consulting firms in the nation, with 20 regional offices and more than 700 employees. Engineering, environmental sciences, architecture, and construction management are the cornerstones of Fishbeck’s services and integrated project approach. We are a hands-on and design-oriented practice with the technical capabilities and understanding to take the largest projects from internal concept to completion. Our team of experts takes pride in our commitment to reliability in design, connection to our clients, and creativity at our core.
We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.
Imagine working for a firm where your personal growth and professional development are top priorities. Imagine a place where enthusiasm, creativity, and integrity are just a few of the core values. Imagine working alongside a dynamic, diverse group of peers while learning from the industry’s leading experts.
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BENEFITS OF WORKING AT FISHBECK
Live well, work well, be well. Fishbeck believes in the benefits of a corporate wellness program and has woven it into our culture. We have been recognized over the years for best practices in work-life balance, diversity and multiculturalism, employee communication and recognition, education and development, and community initiatives.
We are a team at Fishbeck and want to keep our staff happy and healthy. We offer premium benefits to keep you and your family at your best, because we truly believe in the benefit of being well.
Insurance
- Health, Dental, Optical, Life, and AD&D Insurance
- Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- LifeLock
Equity
- 401(k)/ROTH Retirement Plan
- Profit Sharing
- Employee Ownership Opportunities
- Bonus Potential
Education
- Professional/Technical Membership Support
- Technical and LeadershipTraining
- Health and Safety Training
- Customized Orientation
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Challenges
- Wellness Activity Reimbursement
- CPR/First Aid/AED Training
Time away
- Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Medical Absence Time
Employees are encouraged to take a Day of Service each year in support of a non-profit or local charity. This paid time off provides staff with opportunities to serve in new ways, builds camaraderie among teams, and hopes to inspire others to give back.
At Fishbeck, we create and maintain an inclusive environment where differences are valued and there is understanding, communication, and respect among all individuals. Our unique culture capitalizes on the strengths resulting from our differences. We are an employer of choice, attracting a diverse workforce that provides innovation and excellence in everything we do.
We actively seek a diverse candidate base and offer career development and internship programs. Once you are on our team, you can expect nondiscriminatory, merit-based promotions, and competitive compensation as we work to nurture and support our talented staff.
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