Bridge Inspection Team Leader

About the role

Benesch is searching for a Bridge Inspection Team Leader/Designer to join one of our Pottsville, Allentown, or King-of-Prussia, Pennsylvania offices. Bridge design, inspection, and rehabilitation are core strengths of Benesch, with an established presence and work throughout Eastern Pennsylvania for a variety of clients, including multiple PennDOT Districts and local municipalities. This is an opportunity to join a talented group of individuals to help grow our emerging bridge inspection practice in Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities

• Perform bridge safety inspections in accordance with NBIS and PennDOT Pub 238, and supervise team members in the completion of inspections and reports.
• Prepare neat and organized reports.
• Develop task deliverables in a complete and reviewable manner.
• Perform tasks on schedule and within budget as assigned.
• Work independently under the guidance of a Project Manager/Senior Engineer.
• Coordinate, plan, market, and manage bridge inspection projects.
• Generate load rating analysis and report generation.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of related experience.
• NBIS Certified Bridge Safety Inspector (CBSI) in PA, with up-to-date refresher training.
• PA qualified as a CBSI Team Leader.
• BSCE or related discipline preferred but not required.
• EIT and plan to obtain Professional Engineer (PE) Registration in Pennsylvania preferred but not required.
• Fracture Critical Inspection / Scour Evaluation training a plus.
• SPRAT certification a plus.
• Experience preparing reports for inspections, including iForms, BMS2, National Bridge Elements (NBE), etc.
• Familiarity with PennDOT Publications (PUB 100A, PUB 238, etc.).
• Bridge inspection assignments vary greatly; physical requirements like climbing embankments and manipulating ladders should be expected.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Must not be averse to working at heights or adjacent to busy roadways.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to travel up to 25%.
• 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.

Benefits

• Career growth with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward.
• Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees.
• Flexibility that supports work-life balance.
• Generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees.
• Mentorship, hands-on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one.