Bridge Inspection Project Manager/Team Leader
Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country—creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference. We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength.
About the role
We have an exciting career opportunity for a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager with bridge inspection experience to join our talented team. This role will be part of an established Structural Assessment group and will work with various transportation clients and projects. You'll be involved in self-performing and directing project teams, conducting bridge inspections, preparing field inspection reports, and determining load capacity ratings. Your responsibilities will extend to nurturing client relationships as well as mentoring staff. Other duties involve providing support in the planning and design of related structural repairs.
This position supports a flexible hybrid work model, with a primary emphasis on in-office collaboration. The role will require travel and will be based in one of our Colorado offices—Denver, CO; Johnstown, CO; or the Colorado Springs area. Remote opportunities for the right candidate are available.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with local management to strategize and implement project pursuits and delivery efforts.
- Devise and implement strategies for capturing project opportunities, including teaming arrangements and strategic positioning, while identifying necessary staff resources for successful project acquisition and delivery.
- Build and nurture relationships with both external and internal clients.
- Supervise and guide staff to execute bridge inspection services and engineering support including report generation and load rating analysis.
- Coordinate, plan, and manage multiple bridge inspection projects.
- Perform bridge safety inspections in accordance with NBIS and DOT, and supervise team members in the completion of inspections and reports.
- Effectively manage and organize project documentation and reports.
- Develop task deliverables in a complete and reviewable manner.
- Perform tasks on schedule and within budget as assigned.
- Collaborate within a dynamic team to fulfill project requirements and deliver a high-quality product to the client.
Requirements
- Minimum 8 years related experience.
- NBIS Certified Bridge Safety Inspector (CBSI), with up-to-date refresher training.
- BSCE or related discipline preferred but not required.
- Professional Engineer (PE) Registration preferred but not required.
- Nonredundant Steel Tension Member Inspection / Scour Evaluation training a plus.
- SPRAT certification a plus.
- Experience preparing reports for inspections, including various inspection software, Microsoft Suite, etc.
- Familiarity with DOT Publications.
- Bridge inspection assignments vary greatly, but physical requirements like climbing embankments and manipulating ladders should be expected.
- Frequent overnight travel may be required.
- Candidate should not be averse to working at heights or adjacent busy roadways.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Valid U.S. driver’s license.
- Positive experience interacting with clients, agencies, and other project stakeholders.
- Accustomed to working in a team environment on challenging projects.
- Strong work ethic.
Pay
The expected compensation range for this position is $124,000—$160,000 USD. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on numerous factors, including but not limited to individual education, qualifications, prior work experience, and geographic location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary, overtime, and bonuses.
Benefits
- Generous paid time off benefits plan that increases throughout your career plus several paid holidays.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Company-paid life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability plans.
- 401K plan and profit-sharing contributions.
- Wellness programs.