Bridge Inspector - Team Leader | Chicago
Job Overview:
Seeking a Bridge Inspector Team Leader to join a well-established transportation and infrastructure consulting firm with a strong reputation throughout the Midwest. This position is based in the Lisle, Illinois area and offers a combination of field work, office collaboration, and remote flexibility.
In this role, you will support a major transportation agency's bridge inspection program, leading inspection efforts and preparing reports on a large inventory of bridges, retaining walls, and sign structures. You'll work alongside experienced engineering professionals on high-profile infrastructure assets while contributing to the safety and long-term performance of critical transportation networks. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated bridge inspection professional seeking career growth, technical challenges, and exposure to complex infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead inspection teams providing technical and structural inspection services according to ISTHA, IDOT, and AASHTO standards
- Oversee structural inspection of Illinois Tollway assets including bridges, retaining walls, noise walls, sightscreen walls, and overhead sign structures
- Help in developing basic repair scopes and learn to use the Illinois Tollway's Asset Management System software, a cloud-based asset management tool
- Assist in performing basic design reviews, bridge calculations, and updating of the Illinois Tollway structural inspection manuals
- Aid in preparing annual maintenance section reports and insurance reports
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, or a related field, from an accredited U.S. institution
- IDOT approved Team Leader or Program Manager
- FHWA-approved comprehensive training course (e.g., NHI 130055 or 130056)
- Basic understanding of structural engineering principles
- 5+ years of experience
- Valid driver's license
- Familiarity with the use of tablet technology for project documentation
- Have a team player mindset with the ability to communicate proficiently in written and verbal forms
- Have good to great organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Profession Engineer
- Additional inspection training such as element level and fracture critical
Benefits
- We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
- 401K, Paid Maternity Leave, Competitive PTO
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and more
- Company Vehicle
Sponsorship and relocation are not available for this opportunity.
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