Senior Bridge Inspector

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Stock purchase opportunities

Personal Paid Time Off (PPTO)

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. is seeking a CEI Senior Bridge Inspector to lead inspection efforts on a major bridge rehabilitation project in Savannah, GA.

The role includes verifying contractor compliance, performing detailed inspections of stay-cable systems, and ensuring safety and quality in field operations. You will monitor structural movements during cable replacement, lead stay cable and bearing replacement activities, and participate in pre-construction, progress, and closeout meetings

Qualifications

• Education options show progressive years of construction experience on complex bridges.
• Experience with stay cable bridge construction or maintenance is required.
• Certifications to perform field inspections and structural assessment are required or obtainable.

Responsibilities

• Verify contractor compliance with project plans, specs, QC and safety.
• Lead CEI Senior Bridge Inspector role on a major bridge rehab project.
• Inspect cable-stayed bridge systems and related components.
• Monitor movements during cable replacement and inspect traffic control implementations.
• Lead inspection efforts for stay cable and bearing replacements, joints, and mods.
• Perform field measurements and maintain contract documentation.

Skills

Bridge inspection

Construction oversight

Safety compliance

Stay cable experience

Education

High School Diploma with 15 years experience

Associate degree with 10 years experience

Bachelor degree in Civil/Structural Eng or Construction Mgmt

Tools

GDOT Field Concrete Technician Certification

OSHA 30hr

AWS CWI

WTS for Traffic Control

PTI/PCI Certification

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Responsibilities

• Verify contractor compliance with project plans, specifications, quality control procedures, and safety requirements.
• Serve as the lead CEI Senior Bridge Inspector on a major bridge rehabilitation project.
• Perform inspections of cable-stayed bridge systems, including stay cables, anchorages, dampers, HDPE sheathing, corrosion protection systems, and other structural installation components.
• Monitor bridge movements and structural behavior during cable replacement operations.
• Inspect implementation of traffic control based on the approved traffic control plan, access systems, and fall protection measures during inspection and construction activities.
• Lead inspection efforts for stay cable replacement, bridge bearing replacement, expansion joint installation, and structural modifications.
• Conduct independent inspections of complex bridge construction processes such specialized lifting, rigging, and access systems , materials, and structural systems.
• Participate in pre-construction, progress, and closeout meetings
• Perform field measurements and maintain contract documentation.

Prepare daily inspection reports along photographs, technical observations and issue identification.

Here’s What You’ll Need

Here’s what you'll need

• High School Diploma/GED with 15 years construction experience involving 8 complex bridge projects; or Associate degree with 10 years construction experience involving 6 complex bridge projects; or Bachelor degree (In Civil or Structural Engineering or Construction Management) with 7 years construction experience involving 4 complex bridge projects; or equivalent combination of education and experience of the above.
• At least one representative project shall show experience involving stay cable bridge construction or cable replacement (Maintenance).
• Required Certifications (or ability to obtain)
• GDOT Field Concrete Technician Certification
• OHSA 30hr
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector
• WTS for Traffic Control
• PTI/PCI Certification

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $120,000.00 to $160,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on August 26, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

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