Project Bridge Inspection Team Leader (QTL)

RS&H•,

1d•$76,000 - $127,000•Hybrid

About The Position

RS&H is seeking a Bridge Inspection Team Leader / Qualified Team Leader (QTL) to join our growing Bridge Inspection & Preservation team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a wide variety of structures and inspection programs throughout the United States, involving routine bridge inspections, complex structures, ancillary structures, transit infrastructure, and specialized access methods. The position involves planning inspections, leading crews, safely accessing structures, identifying and documenting deficiencies, and delivering high-quality inspection results. The role also supports bridge scoping, structural assessments, and repair/preservation evaluations, and involves mentoring developing inspectors. The position requires staying current on federal and state requirements for Qualified Team Leaders and ensuring work is completed safely. Travel is an important part of the role, with assignments ranging from several days to over a week in urban and remote locations across the United States. Candidates should be comfortable traveling by vehicle and commercial air and working outdoors in varying weather and site conditions.

Requirements

Approximately 10-15 years of bridge or structural inspection experience.
Currently meet, or can readily meet, NBIS Qualified Team Leader requirements.
Applicable FHWA/NHI bridge inspection training.
Experience performing bridge inspections and leading field inspection activities.
Strong knowledge of bridge components, deterioration, structural deficiencies, and condition assessment.
Ability to produce clear, accurate inspection documentation and reports.
Experience working at heights, around traffic, over water, and in varying field conditions.
Willingness to travel regularly throughout the United States.
Strong communication skills and a team-oriented approach.
A valid driver's license and ability to travel by vehicle and commercial air.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Typically requires a minimum of 10 years relevant experience. Candidates with less than 10 years of experience will be considered where the applicable NBIS Qualified Team Leader requirements are met.
Valid driver's license required.
Qualification as a Team Leader can generally be accomplished by any of the five following qualification/experience combinations: Be a registered professional engineer, and successfully complete an FHWA-approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course; Have five years of bridge inspection experience and successfully complete an FHWA-approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course; Be certified by NICET as a Level III or IV Bridge Safety Inspector and successfully complete an FHWA-approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course; Have a bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university, successfully pass the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE or EIT) Examination, have two years of bridge inspection experience, and successfully complete an FHWA-approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course; Have an Associate's degree in engineering or engineering technology from an accredited college or university, have four years of bridge inspection experience, and successfully complete an FHWA-approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course.
Must possess advanced organizational, problem-solving, prioritization, communications, and leadership skills.
Must have the ability to effectively interact with and build relationships with others.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or visa transfer.

Nice To Haves

NSTM inspections
Ancillary structure inspections
Complex or major bridge inspections
SPRAT or rope access
NDE/NDT
Railroad or transit structures
Tunnel inspections
UAS/drone operations
UBITs, aerial lifts, or specialized access equipment
Bridge preservation and repair
Digital inspection platforms, GIS, reality capture, or other emerging inspection technologies
Multiple state DOT bridge inspection qualifications

Responsibilities

Serve as an NBIS Qualified Team Leader and lead field inspection crews.
Perform routine, detailed, and specialized inspections of bridges, culverts, ancillary structures, and other transportation assets.
Plan and coordinate field activities including access, equipment, traffic control, safety, and daily inspection operations.
Identify, measure, photograph, and document structural deficiencies and changes in condition.
Prepare clear and accurate inspection documentation, sketches, photographs, and reports.
Lead others in the timely and accurate completion of bridge inspection and bridge scoping reports in accordance with contractual requirements.
Work with engineers and preservation specialists to develop maintenance, repair, and preservation recommendations based on inspection findings.
Support bridge scoping, structural assessments, and repair and preservation evaluations between field assignments.
Help mentor developing inspectors and engineers working toward QTL qualification.
Remain current on federal and state level requirements to be recognized as a Qualified Team Leader, including refresher training, application, and/or field proficiency exams.
Ensure work is completed in a safe manner.
Perform all other duties as assigned.