In-Service Bridge Inspector

Applicable FHWA/NHI bridge inspection training.

Experience supporting bridge inspections in the field.

Working knowledge of bridge components, deterioration, structural deficiencies, and condition assessment.

Ability to produce clear, accurate inspection documentation.

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.

Experience That Will Help You Stand Out:

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.

Candidates do not need to possess every specialty. We're looking for strong bridge inspectors who want to broaden their experience, work on challenging structures, and continue developing technically as part of a growing inspection team.

Why RS&H

Our Bridge Inspection & Preservation team helps infrastructure owners understand the condition of their assets and make informed decisions about maintenance, repair, preservation, and future investment.

You'll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced inspectors, engineers, and preservation specialists while gaining exposure to projects and structures throughout the country.

For someone who enjoys fieldwork, travel, challenging structures, new technology, and continuing to develop as an inspector, this is an opportunity to build a career around doing more than inspecting the same structures year after year.

Benefits:

Paid Vacation, Personal Time Off, and Holiday Pay

401(k) with Company Match

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Certification and Licensure Support

100% Employee Owned Company!

Career Advancement Opportunities

Pet Insurance

Cellphone Stipend

Company Vehicle

And much more!

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Requires high school diploma or equivalent.

Experience: Typically requires a minimum of 4 years relevant experience.

License/Certification: Valid driver's license required. Materials sampling and testing certifications as required by the scope of work of the project.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Requires prior experience in construction inspection, including exposure to in-service bridge inspection, bridge load rating, bridge construction inspection, or bridge design. Must possess solid organizational, problem-solving, prioritization, and communications 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.**

Physical Demands:

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.

If this sounds like the role for you and you're ready to join an amazing team, please apply.

The anticipated salary range for this position is ($53,000 - $85,000) annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on qualifications, experience, internal equity, geographic location, and other job-related factors.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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Please note: no agency representation or submissions will be recognized for this vacancy. Candidates should apply directly to this role to be considered. I t is the responsibility of all third-party recruiting and employment agencies to know and adhere to our recruiting policy .

While RS&H was founded in 1941, we have been providing construction management services as one of our primary business practices since 1984. RS&H’s Transportation-Construction Management Practice serves numerous state departments of transportation, mobility/transportation authorities, turnpike/toll authorities, rail/port authorities, municipal/county governments, and private clients throughout the United States. Our Construction Engineering and Inspections (CEI) teams as well as our Construction Management teams are industry leading experts who provide a full range of construction engineering, program management, specialized testing, and inspection services from the preconstruction phase through maintenance and operations. By joining our team, you too can provide unique expertise in the full life cycle of transportation delivery, and lead the evolution of transportation.

Employee-owned, RS&H is one of the nation’s leading architecture, engineering, and consulting firms, with associates who work hard every day to create tomorrow together. We offer an exceptional journey from start to future. Our integrated teams translate experience into insight, turn challenges into opportunities, and build relationships that are as strong as the buildings and infrastructure we deliver together. We attribute our success to our unwavering commitment to our core values: integrity, accountability, curiosity, and teamwork.