Bridge Inspection Regional Manager/Technical Director

WSP•Virginia Beach, VA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

WSP is seeking a Bridge Inspection Regional Manager/Technical Director for its Southeast/Mid-Atlantic Region Bridge Inspection Group. This hybrid position may be based in a WSP office in the Virginias or Carolinas. The role supports National and Regional Business Line Leaders in expanding the bridge inspection practice throughout the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic states. The manager directs district and state Technical Excellence Center Leads on a full-time basis, supporting business development and the pursuit of inspection and repair work involving bridges, tunnels, and ancillary structures. The position independently evaluates the condition, function, and load-carrying capacity of structures and their components. Evaluation findings may inform recommendations to facility owners for repair, rehabilitation, or replacement. The role also provides technical and project leadership, supports client communication and business development, oversees field safety and inspection quality, and mentors staff.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
10–15 years of experience in bridge inspection (NBIS), including work with WMATA, DEDOT, and other transportation clients.
Experience serving as a project manager or team leader in Southeast and Mid-Atlantic states as necessary.
Extensive successful management of bridge inspection projects for DOTs and tolling agencies.
Attendance at the NHI Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges course.
SPRAT rope access certification Level 2; Level 3 is preferred.
Drone license and flight experience.
Attendance at additional NHI courses, such as NSTM, LRFR, and scour-related courses.
Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills, including communicating bridge inspection findings in accordance with bridge-owner requirements and, in all cases, NBIS and the AASHTO Manual for Condition Evaluation of Bridges.
Ability to present value-added options effectively and professionally to engineering and non-engineering audiences.
Strong self-leadership, attention to detail, multitasking, and prioritization skills in a dynamic work environment.
Ability to work independently with minimal oversight, guide junior team or project members, and adhere strictly to QA/QC.
Physical capability to perform continuous field work, including working at heights and in close quarters, climbing, carrying ladders and gear, and working in adverse weather.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to think critically and solve problems.
Ability to work well in a team-oriented structure.
Valid, unrestricted driver's license.
Ability to supervise, train, and direct team members.
Awareness of time and budget management.
Proven record of upholding workplace safety and ability to follow WSP health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
Successful completion of WSP's Motor Vehicle screening.

Nice To Haves

Additional FHWA/NHI training: (130078) Fracture Critical Inspection Techniques for Steel Bridges/Nonredundant Steel Tension Steel Members and (130087) Inspection and Maintenance of Ancillary Highway Structures.
Experience inspecting railroad and complex bridges, tunnels, and ancillary structures.
Familiarity with or certifications in various NDT techniques and UAS applications.
Familiarity with certifications in rope access techniques and/or UAS operations.

Responsibilities

Provide proactive, strategic leadership to expand bridge inspection services and grow headcount across multiple states.
Serve as a liaison with client field and facility staff and lead or assist with communicating critical condition findings.
Lead and direct field team members and enforce safe field operations.
Create, assist with creating, and/or review required inspection reports.
Ensure technical compliance with applicable standards and specifications.
Support preparation of proposals, tasks, reports, and other documents.
Review permit applications, engineering design plans and specifications, standby plans and engineering contracts, integrated management plans, and periodic construction inspections for compliance with state and/or federal regulations and sound engineering practice and standards.
Lead larger-scale, complex structural engineering projects, including defining contributor responsibilities and schedules; preparing and overseeing project budgets; monitoring external events; tracking hours and expenses; ensuring satisfactory performance; and supervising subcontractors, contract work, and employees.
Use company funds and resources responsibly and ethically and adhere to applicable company policies and procedures.
Support Southeast, Mid-Atlantic District, and National Bridge Inspection groups with bridge, ancillary structure, and culvert inspections in different jurisdictions as required.
Adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Mentor staff and support their professional development.
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