PTI Bridge Inspector: Post-Tensioned Concrete QA

Thompson Engineering; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Engineering seeks experienced PTI-certified Bridge Inspectors to perform inspection, QA/QC, and documentation for post-tensioned and prestressed concrete bridge projects. Ideal candidates have extensive field experience with post-tensioning systems and can independently inspect installation, stressing, ducts, grout, and related activities.

PTI Level 2 certification is required; Level 3 or equivalent qualifications are strongly preferred. Travel to project sites is expected as needed.

Qualifications

• Current PTI Level 2 Multistrand & Grouted PT Inspector certification.
• PTI Level 3 certification/qualification preferred, where applicable to the project requirements.
• Minimum 5 years of bridge inspection, post-tensioning, structural inspection, or construction QA/QC experience.
• Demonstrated experience inspecting post-tensioned or prestressed concrete structures.
• Experience with multistrand and grouted post-tensioning systems.
• Ability to read and interpret structural drawings, specifications, inspection plans, and contract documents.
• Strong understanding of post-tensioning installation, stressing, grouting, and inspection procedures.
• Ability to prepare detailed inspection reports and maintain quality documentation.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to work outdoors and in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work from elevated work platforms, bridges, scaffolding, lifts, and other access systems as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections of post-tensioned bridge construction and rehabilitation activities.
• Inspect installation of multistrand and grouted post-tensioning systems.
• Inspect tendon placement, ducts, anchorages, reinforcing steel, vents, grout tubes, and related components.
• Observe and document stressing operations, including stressing sequence and procedures.
• Review stressing records, elongation measurements, jack pressure, and related documentation.
• Observe and inspect grouting operations for bonded post-tensioning systems.
• Verify grout mixing, testing, pumping, venting, and grouting procedures.
• Identify nonconforming work and document deficiencies.
• Prepare daily inspection reports, photographic documentation, inspection checklists, and quality records.
• Review contractor documentation for compliance with project specifications, approved drawings, and applicable standards.
• Coordinate with contractors, engineers, owners, testing agencies, and other inspection personnel.
• Monitor compliance with applicable project specifications, contract documents, PTI requirements, ACI requirements, and applicable DOT/FHWA requirements.
• Assist with bridge condition assessments, rehabilitation projects, and post-tensioning repair activities when required.
• Participate in preconstruction meetings, toolbox meetings, and quality-control meetings.
• Maintain accurate and timely project documentation.
• Communicate field conditions and technical issues to project management and engineering personnel.
• Perform other inspection and QA/QC duties as assigned.

Job description

Thompson Engineering seeks experienced PTI-certified Bridge Inspectors to perform inspection, QA/QC, and documentation for post-tensioned and prestressed concrete bridge projects. Ideal candidates have extensive field experience with post-tensioning systems and can independently inspect installation, stressing, ducts, grout, and related activities.

PTI Level 2 certification is required; Level 3 or equivalent qualifications are strongly preferred. Travel to project sites is expected as needed.