Bridge Inspection Deputy Project Manager

WSP • Richmond, VA

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About The Position

WSP is seeking a Bridge Inspection Deputy Project Manager to join its Bridge & Infrastructure Inspection Team in Virginia. The role may be based in the Richmond or Virginia Beach office and offers an opportunity for someone with bridge inspection experience to develop as a Deputy Project Manager. The position works with Bridge & Infrastructure Inspection Managers on a variety of inspection-related projects, including bridge, tunnel, and ancillary inspections.

The role involves coordinating concurrent inspection teams and subconsultants, managing project documentation and agreements, supporting project proposals and scopes, and working with multidisciplinary teams. The position may involve field work up to 25% of the time, with the remainder in the office. Project-specific schedules may extend beyond a typical workweek, and occasional travel, including overnight stays, may be required.

WSP describes its benefits as supporting employees’ health and financial stability throughout their careers. The expected salary range is $107,000–$159,000, with actual compensation dependent on factors including education, experience, skills, abilities, internal equity, and geographic location.

Requirements

• Nationally Certified Bridge Inspector (NCBI) certification through successful completion of an FHWA-approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course.
• At least 7 years of experience in bridge, tunnel, or ancillary inspection or design, or other infrastructure-related work.
• Proficient knowledge of structural engineering principles, practices, processes, design/build, and their application to project work-related issues.
• Demonstrated interest in structures, transportation, or a related field, with a strong desire to advance skills relevant to WSP's work and projects.
• Valid driver's license and successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Record Check.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to express ideas effectively and professionally to engineering and non-engineering audiences.
• 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 Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to comply with WSP's health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules that meet project-specific requirements and may extend beyond a typical workweek.
• Occasional project-related travel, potentially including overnight stays, may be required.

Nice To Haves

• Successful completion of the NHI Non-Redundant Steel Tension Members (NSTM) course.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Membership in and/or active participation in local professional practice organizations.

Responsibilities

• Work with Bridge & Infrastructure Inspection Managers on a variety of inspection-related projects.
• Serve as Deputy Project Manager on bridge, tunnel, and ancillary inspection projects.
• Schedule multiple concurrent inspection teams, including subconsultants.
• Obtain third-party work and right-of-entry permits.
• Develop subconsultant and vendor agreements and purchase orders.
• Work with cross-functional teams to execute project work across concurrent projects.
• Provide guidance and training to entry-level engineers.
• Support engineering tasks and develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
• Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations and analysis.
• Support preparation of cost proposals and scopes of work.
• Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation.
• Complete training on assignment-specific tasks.
• Remain current in structural engineering techniques and practices.
• Make responsible and ethical decisions regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and follow WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Disability coverage
• Life insurance
• Retirement savings
• Paid sick leave
• Paid vacation or other personal time
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings
• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed