Bridge Inspection Team Lead - EIT, PE - Virginia Beach
Structural Engineer / Bridge Inspector - Transportation Infrastructure
A well-established consulting firm is seeking a skilled and motivated Structural Engineer / Bridge Inspector to support infrastructure projects in Virginia Beach. This role involves leading inspections of bridges and related structures in accordance with NBIS and client-specific standards, as well as contributing to structural design efforts for transportation and utility infrastructure.
This position offers strong potential for career growth, including advancement into leadership roles overseeing inspection teams and managing client relationships.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as NBIS-compliant Team Leader for bridge and structure inspections
- Coordinate inspection schedules and resources
- Prepare detailed inspection reports documenting findings and recommendations
- Review reports for accuracy and completeness
- Design structural components for bridges, culverts, retaining walls, and related infrastructure
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams
- Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance
- Manage task orders and project deliverables
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in transportation-related structural engineering, including bridge inspections
- Familiarity with bridge inspection software (e.g., InspectTech, SAM, DBIR, ASIR)
- Meets NBIS Team Leader qualifications per 23 CFR 650.309
- Engineer Intern (EI) certification
- Completion of NBIS Bridge Inspection Training (NHI Courses 130055, 130053, 130078 required; 130087 preferred)
- Experience with structural design and CADD software (e.g., STAAD Pro, Larsa4D, Leap Bridge, MicroStation, AutoCAD, OpenBridge)
- Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate inspection logistics and safety measures
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
- Experience inspecting ancillary structures
- Training in the use of snooper and bucket trucks
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