Field Bridge Structural Inspector

KS Engineers PC; Logan Township (PA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

KS Engineers, P.C. is seeking a Structural Inspector to perform field inspections on bridge rehabilitation and steel repair projects.

The role reports to the Project Manager/Resident Engineer and requires the ability to work outdoors in varying weather. Responsibilities include reviewing contract plans and drawings, inspecting high-strength bolted connections, monitoring jacking and bearing work, maintaining daily reports, and coordinating with project stakeholders to ensure compliance with

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of bridge inspection experience.
• Experience inspecting bridge rehabilitation or structural steel repair projects.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Certification (Current).
• AWS CWI is preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with NJDOT, DRPA, or PennDOT specifications and inspection procedures.

Responsibilities

• Inspect bridge steel repair, rehabilitation, and structural steel construction activities.
• Review and interpret contract plans, shop drawings, fabrication drawings, and project specifications.
• Inspect high-strength bolted connections per project specifications (Turn-of-the-Nut method, torque testing, verification of installation).
• Monitor bridge jacking and structural support operations during rehabilitation work.
• Observe steel removal, member replacement, strengthening, bearing replacement, and structural repairs.
• Verify compliance with contract requirements, approved shop drawings, and agency specifications.
• Inspect contractor quality control procedures and document deficiencies.
• Maintain daily inspection reports, photographic documentation, and quantity records.
• Coordinate with Resident Engineers, Project Managers, Contractors, and Owner representatives.
• Attend progress meetings and assist in resolving field construction issues.
• Ensure work is performed in accordance with OSHA safety regulations and project safety requirements.

Skills

Bridge inspection

Contract review & drawings

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

OSHA safety compliance

Job description

KS Engineers, P.C. is seeking a Structural Inspector to perform field inspections on bridge rehabilitation and steel repair projects.

The role reports to the Project Manager/Resident Engineer and requires the ability to work outdoors in varying weather. Responsibilities include reviewing contract plans and drawings, inspecting high-strength bolted connections, monitoring jacking and bearing work, maintaining daily reports, and coordinating with project stakeholders to ensure compliance with