Bridge Inspection Team Leader
Job Description
This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for a Bridge Inspection Team Leader, Senior Structural Engineer to join our exceptional Bridge & Infrastructure Inspection Team in Pennsylvania, which includes offices in Philadelphia, PA; Exton, PA; Ephrata, PA; Mechanicsburg, PA. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is new to people leadership and interested in becoming a Team Leader. At WSP, we are driven by inspiring the right people to be part of our future-focused business objectives. Our devotion to teamwork has allowed us to build communities and expand our skylines. Be a part of a collaborative team of experts and contribute to projects that help shape our communities and our future. Here at WSP, anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future! Your Impact • Work with our Bridge & Infrastructure Inspection Team on a variety of inspection related projects. • Work as a Team Leader on Bridge, Tunnel & Ancillary Inspections. • Perform professional structural engineering work and inspections. • Assist in the preparation of Bridge & Tunnel Load Ratings. • Assist with the development of plans/sketches using AutoCAD. • Work with cross-functional teams in executing project work. • Work as an individual or as part of a cross-functional team of engineers, architects, planners, and scientific professionals to execute project work on multiple concurrent projects. • Provide guidance and training to entry-level engineers. • Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
• Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations and analysis.
• Support preparation of cost proposals and scope of work documents. • Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation. • Complete training on assignment specific tasks. • Remain current in latest structural engineering techniques and practices. • Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures. • Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs. Who You Are****Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or equivalent. • Nationally Certified Bridge Inspector (NCBI) certification through the successful completion of an FHWA approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course (or PennDOT equivalent). Certification must be current. • Certified Bridge Safety Inspector (CBSI) through PennDOT. Certification must be current. • 5 to 10 years of experience in bridge, tunnel or ancillary inspection or design or other infrastructure related work. • Engineer in Training Certification (PE Preferred). • Proficient knowledge of structural engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to project work-related issues. • Demonstrated interest in structures, transportation or related field and have a strong desire to advance skills related to WSP’s work and projects. • Physically capable of performing continuous field work, including working at heights and in close quarters; climbing; carrying ladders and gear; working in adverse weather conditions; and working at night; around moving vehicles; etc. • This position has the potential to work 50% of the time in the field and 50% in the office. • Successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Record check and a valid Driver’s License is required. • Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience. • Ability to work independently and provide guidance and leadership to junior team or project members. • Advanced proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools. • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) is required. • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies. • Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek. • Occasional travel, including potential overnight stays, may be required depending on project-specific requirements. **Preferred Qualifications ** • Professional Engineer Certification. • Successful completion of the NHI Non-Redundant Steel Tension Members (NSTM) course. • Working knowledge of AutoCAD preferred. • A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations. • Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates. #LI-JL1
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