Bridge Inspector

Greenman-Pedersen

Description

GPI is seeking Bridge Inspectors of all experience levels to join our growing Transportation Team throughout Pennsylvania.

At GPI , we help maintain and improve the critical infrastructure that keeps communities connected. As an employee-owned engineering firm, we offer the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of bridge structures while developing your career alongside experienced engineers and inspectors. Whether you are beginning your bridge inspection career or bringing years of experience to the field, GPI provides the resources, training, and advancement opportunities to help you succeed.

Responsibilities

Perform routine, in-depth, fracture-critical, and special bridge inspections in accordance with NBIS and PennDOT requirements.
Inspect steel, concrete, masonry, timber, and culvert structures.
Document structural conditions, deficiencies, and recommendations for repairs.
Prepare detailed field notes, sketches, photographs, and inspection reports.
Utilize inspection equipment, including access vehicles, ladders, rope systems, boats, and climbing gear when required.
Assist with load rating evaluations and bridge management activities.
Coordinate with engineers, clients, contractors, and agency personnel.
Support emergency inspections following weather events, accidents, or other incidents.
Ensure all work is performed in accordance with safety requirements and industry standards.

Qualifications
Entry-Level Bridge Inspector

High school diploma required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field preferred.
Interest in transportation infrastructure and structural inspection.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and at heights.
Valid driver's license and willingness to travel throughout Pennsylvania.

Experienced Bridge Inspector

Experience performing bridge inspections for DOT, municipal, or transportation clients.
Familiarity with PennDOT bridge inspection procedures and NBIS requirements.
Experience in preparing inspection reports and documenting structural deficiencies.
Ability to work independently and as part of an inspection team.

Senior Bridge Inspector / Team Leader

Extensive bridge inspection experience on transportation structures.
Demonstrated experience leading inspection teams and coordinating field activities.
Strong technical understanding of bridge deterioration mechanisms and structural behavior.
Experience mentoring junior staff and reviewing inspection documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

PennDOT Certified Bridge Safety Inspector (CBSI)
NBIS Team Leader Qualifications
SPRAT or IRATA Rope Access Certification
FHWA-NHI Bridge Inspection Training
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification
Experience with fracture-critical or underwater bridge inspections

Why Join GPI?

Employee-owned company with an ESOP
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
Opportunities for advancement and technical development
Exposure to a wide variety of bridge and transportation projects
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Commitment to safety, innovation, and professional growth

Join GPI and play a key role in preserving and enhancing Pennsylvania's transportation infrastructure while building a rewarding career in bridge inspection.

Requirements

Maintain a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for final consideration
Possess a personal vehicle for use on or around a job site
Read, write, and understand plans and directions given in the English language
Basic computer skills with the ability to create and edit Microsoft Word and Excel documents, create Outlook emails and utilize SharePoint and Microsoft Teams to communicate with other team members
Able to stand for approximately 3 hours minimum a day up to 8 hours
Able to traverse a construction job site consisting of uneven ground varying in height and consistency of material, with a variation of elevation 19" or less (mud, gravel, rutted ground, etc.)
Able to climb and leave a ladder to a platform varying from 6' to 20'
Able to wear and operate personal fall arresting apparatus, and work at a height of 6' or higher
Able to wear GPI required PPE, i.e., hard hats, safety vest, work boots, and/or safety glasses/goggles while working
Able to move equipment or inspection specimens weighing up to 50 pounds

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