Lead Structural Bridge and Infrastructure Technician

WSP • Glastonbury, CT

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

This Opportunity WSP is currently seeking a Lead Structural Bridge and Infrastructure Inspector to join our team in Glastonbury, CT. This is a technical field and office position that requires travel throughout Connecticut and possible additional various locations within the US. The ideal candidate will be available for immediate employment followed with an assignment that will continue for the long term. The candidate must be capable of physical activity.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• 11+ years of experience in bridge inspection or design or other bridge related work.
• Demonstrated interest in structures, transportation or related field and have a strong desire to advance skills related to WSP’s work and projects.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
• Capable of taking direction from leadership, mentors, and managers to executive projects.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) is required.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
• Computer Skills: Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office applications, Adobe PDFs
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to work well independently and with others
• Valid Driver License
• Sufficient physical stamina to work long hours indoors and outdoors under various field conditions and exposure to traffic, extreme heat, cold, rainfall, and snow
• Climbing, bending, crawling, and working in confined spaces and on uneven terrain
• Ability to lift 25+ lbs.
• Must pass a physical and background check and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving (MVR) policy

Nice To Haves

• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) Certification
• Associate’s Degree in Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline.
• ASNT NDT Level II Certification (UT and MT)
• Precast Concrete Institute Level II Quality Control Technician/Inspector
• ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade I
• NACE / AMPP or SSPC Coatings Certification
• ICC Bolting certification

Responsibilities

• Work as a Team Leader on Bridge Inspections
• Assist with the development of plans/sketches using AutoCAD
• Work with cross-functional teams in executing project work.
• Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
• Learn basic principles of bridge and transportation Engineering.
• Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations and analysis.
• Support preparation of final design plans, special provisions, and cost estimates.
• Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Benefits

• coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life
• retirement savings
• paid sick leave
• paid vacation (or other personal time)
• paid parental leave
• paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED