Bridge Inspection Team Leader

Job Description

Job Description

At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for more than 110 years and we are known for our quality work and developing quality employee careers. We are seeking the very best and most talented to join our team - help us take on challenges, develop vision solutions, and innovate and design the infrastructure of the future that will transform the world!

We are looking for an experienced Bridge Inspection Team Leader to join our team in our Raleigh, NC office. In this role, the engineer will assist in the management of the NC bridge inspection program and perform NBIS element-level condition inspections of State-owned bridges, municipal bridges, and ancillary transportation-related structures for NCDOT, other State DOT agencies, and/or municipal localities.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities will include planning, preparing, and coordinating the inspections, documenting the condition of the inspected structure, preparing inspection reports, performing structural analysis or load ratings, and performing quality control of inspection reports prepared by others. In addition, this role will include assisting with the management of the inspection program in NC involving all phases of the assignments, serving as the point of contact with NCDOT to communicate field observations and progress, coordinating with inspection equipment and traffic control vendors, and mentoring assistant inspection team members.

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology from an ABET-accredited program
• 5 – 10 years of experience performing NBIS level bridge inspections with notable NCDOT bridge inspection experience
• NHI-130055 certification (Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges), or equivalent
• P.E., registered in the state of North Carolina or ability to become registered through comity from another state within 6 months.
• WIGINS experience
• Valid US driver’s license and experience operating bucket trucks, manlifts, or under-bridge inspection vehicles
• Ability to work safely at heights, over water, and in traffic-controlled environments.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products
• Strong organizational and writing skills
• Willing to travel/perform field work using various equipment throughout NC and other states WRA performs inspections (DE, MD, PA, TX, VA, WV)

Desired Requirements:

• NHI-130053 certification (Bridge Inspection Refresher Training) if NHI-130055 certification is more than 5 years old
• NHI-130078 certification (Bridge Inspection Techniques for NSTM)
• SNBI experience
• Structural analysis, load rating, and/or design experience
• Familiarity with Bentley products and structural analysis tools
• FAA Part 107 drone certification
• Experience with GIS applications

Physical Requirements (Essential Functions):

This position requires the ability to perform a variety of physical tasks in the field as part of the essential job functions. Duties may include:

• Walking and navigating across rough or uneven terrain such as mud, rocks, grass, dirt, steep hillsides, heavily wooded areas, and other unpaved surfaces
• Moving around active project sites, which may involve climbing ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, or poles
• Performing physical activities such as bending, twisting, kneeling, and climbing
• Driving to and from project sites as required.
• Must be able to function safely in an environment with potential risks, including, but not limited to those described in this document.

The work environment may include exposure to a range of environmental conditions, including high and low temperatures, precipitation, and other outdoor elements. Work may also be performed in noisy conditions or confined/enclosed spaces.

Benefits:

WRA recognizes that employees play an important role in its success. Our commitment to full-time employees is reflected in the comprehensive benefits package we offer: 

• Flexible work schedule options including alternative remote and in office workplace options 
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience 
• Paid Time Off (PTO) leave accrual with maximum carry over of unused hours not to exceed 200 hours and payment for all hours over 200, 
• Paid holidays
• Excellent Healthcare benefits including partial employer paid premiums 
• Employer paid Group Life Insurance, as well as additional employee purchased optional life insurance
• Employer paid short- and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Parental and maternity leave benefits
• Bi-annual merit evaluations & salary adjustment considerations  

WRA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.  WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)

Position # 3230

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