Bridge Inspection Team Leader

Bridge Inspection Team Leader

Benesch is searching for an additional Bridge Inspection Team Leader/Designer to help make a difference in one of our Pottsville, Allentown, or King-of-Prussia, Pennsylvania offices. Bridge design, inspection and rehabilitation are core strengths of Benesch. We have an established presence with work throughout Eastern Pennsylvania for a variety of clients including multiple PennDOT Districts and local municipalities. This is an opportunity to join a talented group of individuals to help grow our emerging bridge inspection practice in Pennsylvania.

The impact you will have:

• The successful candidate for this position will be primarily responsible for bridge inspection services and engineering support.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for bridge inspection, report generation, and load rating analysis.
• The successful candidate will be required to work with a team on multiple bridge inspection projects.
• The successful candidate will have the opportunity to coordinate, plan, market and manage bridge inspection projects.

What you will need:

• Minimum 5 years related experience
• NBIS Certified Bridge Safety Inspector (CBSI) in PA, with up-to-date refresher training
• PA qualified as a CBSI Team Leader
• BSCE or related discipline preferred but not required.
• EIT and plan to obtain Professional Engineer (PE) Registration in Pennsylvania preferred but not required.
• Fracture Critical Inspection / Scour Evaluation training a plus
• SPRAT certification a plus
• Experience preparing reports for inspections, including iForms, BMS2, National Bridge Elements (NBE), etc.
• Familiarity with PennDOT Publications (PUB 100A, PUB 238, etc.)
• Bridge inspection assignments vary greatly, but physical requirements like climbing embankments and manipulating ladders should be expected.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Candidate should not be averse to working at heights or adjacent busy roadways.
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to travel up to 25%
• Valid U.S. driver's license
• Positive experience interacting with clients, agencies, and other project stakeholders.
• Accustomed to working in a team environment on challenging projects.
• Strong work ethic

Duties and responsibilities include:

• Performing bridge safety inspections in accordance with NBIS and PennDOT Pub 238, and supervising team members in the completion of inspections and reports.
• Preparing neat and organized reports.
• Developing task deliverables in a complete and reviewable manner.
• Performing tasks on schedule and within budget as assigned.
• Working independently under the guidance of a Project Manager/Senior Engineer.

Why Benesch:

• Career growth that's real with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward
• Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees
• Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life
• Time to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees
• Support beyond work through mentorship, hands-on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one

Whether you're starting your career or bringing years of experience, you'll have the support and exposure to grow here.