Senior In-Service Bridge Inspector

RS&H•,

8d•$62,000 - $104,000•Onsite

About The Position

RS&H is seeking a Senior Bridge Inspector 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 requires taking ownership of field assignments, safely accessing structures, identifying and documenting deficiencies, and delivering high-quality inspection results. The role involves working alongside experienced inspectors and engineers, expanding technical and specialized inspection skills.

Requirements

Minimum of 7 years of bridge, structural, or construction inspection experience.
Comfortable handling complex inspections and producing inspection deliverables with limited oversight.
Applicable FHWA/NHI bridge inspection training.
Experience performing bridge inspections and supporting 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.
Prior experience in construction inspection, including exposure to in-service bridge inspection, bridge load rating, bridge construction inspection, or bridge design.
Solid organizational, problem-solving, prioritization, and communications skills.
Ability to effectively interact with and build relationships with others.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis.
Able to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods of time.
Occasionally required to sit and stoop.
Able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job.
Subject to environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside.
Able to safely operate a vehicle on the highway and on construction sites.

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
BS or AS in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology.
Proven experience/exposure performing as a Team Leader.

Responsibilities

Perform complex routine and in-depth inspections of in-service bridges, culverts, ancillary structures, and other transportation assets.
Identify existing conditions of in-service bridges, culverts, or ancillary structures during complex field inspections.
Identify, measure, photograph, and document structural deficiencies and changes in condition.
Prepare clear and accurate inspection documentation, sketches, photographs, and reports, including bridge inspection and bridge scoping reports.
Support planning and coordination of field activities including access, equipment, traffic control, and safety.
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.
Work with the team leader to ensure work is completed in a safe manner.
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Utilize UBITs, aerial lifts, ladders, boats, climbing and fall-protection systems, rope access, UAS/drones, and other specialized access methods depending on the assignment.