Certified Bridge Inspection Team Leader

WSP in the U.S.; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 103,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

WSP is seeking a highly skilled NBIS Certified Bridge Inspection Team Leader to join our Mountain/Pacific Northwest Region Bridge Inspection Group. You will lead NBIS/NTIS inspections of bridges, tunnels, and transportation structures, delivering detailed technical reports that support client infrastructure programs.

The role requires 7+ years of post‑education experience, a PE license, and NBIS certification, with strong writing, safety compliance, and field leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering or closely related field.
• 7+ years of post‑education experience in engineering with structural or civil design exposure.
• NBIS Certification as a Bridge Inspection Team Leader and current certifications.
• Engineer license required.
• Strong knowledge of AASHTO, FHWA, and state inspection standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead NBIS/NTIS inspections of bridges, tunnels, and related structures.
• Plan and oversee field inspection activities, including safety planning and scheduling.
• Perform inspections with rope access or specialized methods; include fracture critical/NSTM inspections.
• Document findings with field notes, measurements, photos, and sketches.
• Prepare comprehensive inspection reports with condition ratings and recommended actions.
• Interpret structural plans and load ratings to inform inspection strategies.
• Ensure safety protocols are followed during field work.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and CAD technicians.
• Mentor junior inspectors and provide technical guidance.
• Communicate inspection results and project progress to clients and stakeholders.

Skills

NBIS Certification

Professional Engineer License

Structural/Civil Engineering

Technical Writing

Field Inspections

Reading Structural Plans

Safety Compliance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Tools

Drones

NDT Equipment

Digital Data Collection

Tablets

Job description

Job Description

WSP is seeking a highly skilled and detail oriented NBIS Certified Bridge Inspection Team Leader to join our Mountain/Pacific Northwest Region Bridge Inspection Group. In this role, you will lead NBIS/NTIS inspections of bridges, tunnels, ancillary structures, and other transportation structures and deliver high quality technical documentation and reports that support our clients’ infrastructure programs. You’ll be a key contributor to WSP’s mission of designing and maintaining resilient, sustainable, and safe transportation networks across the United States.

Your Impact

• Lead and perform inspections performed under state DOT, transit authority, local agency regulations, National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS), National Tunnel Inspection Standards (NTIS), and WSP quality standards.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee field inspection activities, including scheduling, safety planning, equipment preparation, and team task assignments.
• Conduct hands‑on, rope access, or specialized access inspections as required, including fracture critical/NSTM and complex structure evaluations.
• Document inspection findings through detailed field notes, measurements, photographs, and sketches.
• Prepare comprehensive inspection reports, including condition ratings, deficiency identification, and recommended maintenance or repair actions.
• Interpret structural plans, load ratings, and previous inspection data to inform inspection strategies and assessments.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols, including traffic control, confined space entry, and fall protection procedures.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including structural engineers, project managers, and CAD technicians, to support project delivery.
• Mentor junior inspectors, providing technical guidance, field training, and quality oversight.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to communicate inspection results, project progress, and technical recommendations.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline.
• 7+ years of relevant post‑education experience in engineering discipline and prior structural or civil design experience.
• NBIS Certified Bridge Inspection Team Leader with up‑to‑date certifications.
• Engineer license required.
• Strong understanding of AASHTO, FHWA, and state inspection standards.
• Proficiency with inspection tools and technologies, such as tablets, drones, NDT equipment, and digital data collection platforms.
• Ability to read and interpret structural plans, specifications, and load rating analyses.
• Excellent technical writing and documentation skills.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel for field assignments.
• Physical ability to perform fieldwork, including climbing, lifting equipment, and working at heights or over water.
• Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non‑engineering audience.
• Demonstrated high level of self‑leadership with attention to detail, multi‑tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Well‑developed critical thinking and problem‑solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, computations, statistical analysis, and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project‑specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project‑specific requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• NTIS Certified Tunnel Inspection Team Leader with up‑to‑date certifications.
• Experience with complex structures, movable bridges, or fracture critical/NSTM inspections.
• Rope access certification (SPRAT/IRATA) or willingness to obtain.
• Familiarity with GIS‑based asset management systems and digital inspection platforms.

Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation; paid parental leave; and paid time off for bereavement, voting, and or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Compensation

Expected salary (all locations): $103,000 – $160,000. Expected salary (Colorado only): $116,000 – $171,000.

Equal Opportunity Employer

WSP USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.