Bridge Inspection Team Leader

Description

• Interact with clients, regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and equipment vendors in a confident and professional manner.
• Schedule and coordinate field activities with clients, railroads, police agencies, subcontractors, and equipment vendors.
• Assign and supervise team members during field activities and office tasks.
• Review bridge plans and previous inspection reports and plan field operations.
• Operate specialized bridge inspection access equipment (manlift, bucket truck, under bridge crane) as required.
• Prepare and implement health & safety plans and traffic control plans and ensure safe field operations.
• Evaluate seriousness of bridge defects and make on-the-spot decisions as required.
• FHWA/NHI 2-week “Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges” (130055) or 5-day “Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges for Professional Engineers” (130056) and Refresher (130053) certifications.
• Accurately document inspection findings with precise notes, sketches, and digital photographs encompassing all defects located.
• Perform and supervise technical field inspections of complex and signature bridges and related structures as well as highway ancillary structures based on National Bridge Inspection and Federal Railroad Administration Standards.
• Prepare accurate, complete inspection reports in accordance with industry standards and applicable agency manuals.
• Ensure all professional licenses and bridge inspection certifications are current.

Requirements

PRIME AE is seeking a Bridge Inspection Team Leader to be based out of our Wethersfield, CT offices. As a member of our bridge inspection team, the qualified candidate will perform structural safety inspections and load ratings for various government organizations and transportation agencies. In addition, the qualified candidate will assist with developing inspection schedules, scheduling required access equipment, developing and executing traffic control plans, securing railroad access permits, and developing inspection reports. Occasional night work and overnight assignments are anticipated.

• Valid, unrestricted driver’s license.
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to mentor, and work in a team environment.
• ANSI 92.24/92.22 Mobile Elevated Work Platforms/Snooper Training.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Physical ability to continuously tolerate harsh work environments, including working at heights and in confined spaces.
• Travel assignments throughout the continental United States are anticipated and travel abroad may be required.
• 5+ years of Bridge Inspection experience.
• OSHA Fall Protection and Confined Space certification.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in CT.
• Availability to travel through the continental US and abroad.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• FHWA/NHI Nonredundant Steel Tension Member (Fracture Critical) Certification (130078) preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering/Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited institution.
• Ability to work effectively with little supervision.

Benefits

We don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. At PRIME AE, you’ll find a culture of support, flexibility, and opportunity. You’ll work on impactful projects that improve daily life, alongside colleagues who inspire and challenge you. Whether you’re advancing your technical skills or growing as a leader, we’re committed to helping you succeed.

• Full-Career Support: Flexible career paths across disciplines, from technical specialist to project leadership.
• National Yet Local: Enjoy the resources of a big firm with the agility and client intimacy of local offices.
• Meaningful Impact: Work on projects—from community centers and hospitals to federal, transportation, and water systems—that tangibly improve lives.

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