Bridge Inspection Project Manager/Team Leader

About the Role

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm enhancing infrastructure and communities across the country. We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager with bridge inspection expertise to join our Structural Assessment group. This role involves self-performing and directing project teams, conducting bridge inspections, preparing field inspection reports, determining load capacity ratings, nurturing client relationships, and mentoring staff. You will also support the planning and design of related structural repairs.

This position supports a flexible hybrid work model with a primary emphasis on in-office collaboration and will require travel. It is based in one of our Colorado offices—Denver, CO; Johnstown, CO; or the Colorado Springs area. Remote opportunities may be available for the right candidate.

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.
• 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.
• Collaborate within a dynamic team to fulfill project requirements and deliver a high-quality product to the client.

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years of 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 and Microsoft Suite.
• Familiarity with DOT Publications.
• Bridge inspection assignments vary greatly; 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 to 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, based on numerous factors including 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 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 with profit-sharing contributions up to 9% for benefit-eligible employees.
• Wellness programs.