Bridge Inspection Technical Excellence Center (TEC) Lead

WSP • Lawrenceville, NJ

13d • Onsite

About The Position

WSP is seeking a full-time Bridge Inspection Technical Excellence Center (TEC) Lead for its New Jersey Bridge Inspection Group. The position is based in the Lawrenceville, New Jersey office, with flexibility to work from adjacent offices. The role works closely with the Mid-Atlantic North Bridge Inspection District Leader and supports business development and the pursuit of bridge inspection and repair work for transportation agencies and public authorities.

The TEC Lead provides technical and strategic leadership for structural engineering, independently evaluating the condition, function, and load-carrying capacity of structures and their components. Evaluations may inform owner recommendations for repair, rehabilitation, or replacement. The role leads complex projects and staff, oversees budgets and project delivery, supports business growth and client relationships, and ensures work complies with applicable regulations and sound engineering practices. It also includes continuous field work involving heights, close quarters, climbing, carrying equipment, and adverse weather conditions.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
• Professional Engineer licensure.
• 10 or more years of experience in NBIS bridge inspection with PennDOT and other transportation clients.
• Experience as a project manager or team leader in Pennsylvania and other states as needed.
• Successful management of bridge inspection projects for PennDOT.
• Completion of the NHI Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges course.
• Completion of additional NHI courses, such as NSTM, LRFR, and scour-related courses.
• Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to communicate professionally with engineering and non-engineering audiences.
• Demonstrated self-leadership, attention to detail, multitasking, and prioritization 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, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented structure.
• Valid, unrestricted driver's license.
• Ability to supervise, train, and direct team members.
• Awareness of time and budget management.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and ability to comply with WSP health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
• Must successfully complete and pass WSP's Motor Vehicle screening.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Engineering.
• 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 nondestructive testing (NDT) techniques and UAS applications.
• Familiarity with rope access techniques and/or UAS operations and related certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and technical leadership for the structural engineering discipline and support successful project and work-site deliverables.
• Review permit applications, engineering plans and specifications, standby plans, contracts, management plans, and construction inspections for regulatory compliance and sound engineering practice.
• Lead complex structural engineering projects, coordinating contributors, budgets, schedules, expenses, performance, subcontractors, contract work, and employees.
• Pursue and develop business and oversee execution of current and potential buildings and infrastructure work in the assigned geography.
• Lead technical aspects of contract negotiations, presentations, and meetings.
• Support long-term strategy, growth, and pipeline development for structural engineering work, with a focus on infrastructure opportunities across disciplines.
• Ensure profitable project performance and successful project completion; assist with annual updates to business tactical action plans.
• Meet with public and private entities and individuals to discuss engineering, construction, and program challenges.
• Develop and continuously improve engineering discipline certifications, accreditations, and value proposition.
• Conduct needs analyses and client value surveys; identify and address skill gaps or operational risks.
• Schedule discipline meetings and provide updates and recommendations to foster expertise and innovation in project work.
• Represent and act as a liaison for the engineering discipline with agencies, clients, subcontractors, industry groups, and government and community entities.
• Develop proposal and project scopes, timelines, pricing, and budgets; plan, develop, and manage projects in compliance with codes, regulations, and accepted engineering practices.
• Interpret and summarize data, reports, and documents to reach sound engineering and regulatory conclusions.
• Provide verbal and written input to multidisciplinary teams and strategic advice to clients.
• Develop a client base, identify business development opportunities, and cross-sell WSP capabilities.
• Mentor staff and manage, guide, and lead assigned employees.
• Stay current with structural engineering techniques and practices; collaborate across disciplines to provide trusted-advisor service and future-ready solutions.
• Make responsible and ethical decisions regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP policies and its Code of Conduct.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior