Bridge Inspector

Bridge InspectorHDR Engineering is looking for a Bridge Inspector to join our South Carolina team. This position may be based out of any of the following HDR offices: Charleston, Columbia, Greenville, and Fort Milll. The Bridge Inspector will be expected to perform bridge inspections and some office engineering (rating, rehab/repair design, CADD). They will assist the Team Leader in performing bridge inspections and preparing reports in accordance with NBIS (National Bridge Inspection Standards) on a regular basis. In the role of Bridge Inspector, we'll count on you to:Participate in bridge inspections, develop inspection reports, and perform structural load calculationsWork in a team environment and independently while challenging yourself to acquire knowledge and experience in engineeringSupport HDR's national inspection program on an occasional basisPerform and update load rating analyses using commercially available software such as BrRAssist with bridge rehabilitation and design effortsCoordinate and schedule with clients, subcontractors, and railroads to meet inspection deadlines on timePerform other duties as neededPreferred Qualifications:Bachelor's degree or associate degree in civil engineering or a related field2+ years' bridge/structural inspection, rating experience or design experienceCompletion of NHI 130055 "Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges training"Experience with SCDOT bridge inspections according to BIGD and SCDOT load ratings according to LRGDCADD experience, MicroStation preferredExperience with ProjectWise, Google Earth and BluebeamWilling to work with other disciplines (bridge, roadway, hydraulic, construction, planning) within the office, as necessary, during inspection downtimeMust possess a valid driver's license with a safe driving record and can travel for multiple night stays during the week and on weekendsStrong client relationship skillsThis position requires physical ability to perform filed inspections of in-service bridge and culvert structures, tunnel structures, highway structures, overhead sign structures, hydraulic structures, and metal traffic signal poles. Physical demands include positioning extension ladders, maneuvering small boats, driving long distances, confined space, air travel, occasionally working at night and on weekends, and walking long distances on uneven surfaces. Candidate should expect exposure to environmental hazards, such as, but not limited to, warm and cold temperatures, water, work-at-height, poisonous plants, snakes, ticks, spiders, and other creatures. Local candidates are preferred.Required Qualifications:High School diploma or equivalentExperience in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)Strong written communication skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamAn attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must