Bridge Inspection Team Leader

About the Role

WSP is seeking a Bridge Inspection Team Leader, Lead Professional to join our Bridge & Infrastructure Inspection Team in New York State, with offices in Troy, NY, Valhalla, NY, and Goshen, NY. This role is ideal for an experienced Team Leader or someone interested in advancing to a leadership position. As part of our team, you will contribute to projects that shape communities and expand infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Lead bridge inspections for NYSDOT and other agencies in compliance with the National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS) and the AASHTO Manual for Condition Evaluation of Bridges.
• Direct and supervise field team members, ensuring safe operations.
• Create, review, and assist with inspection reports.
• Ensure technical compliance with all applicable standards and specifications.
• Provide guidance and training to entry-level engineers.
• Complete assignment-specific training and stay current with structural engineering techniques and practices.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company resources and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or equivalent.
• 7+ years of experience in bridge inspection and/or design.
• Professional Engineering Certification.
• FHWA/NHI Training – (130055) Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges or current (130053) Bridge Inspection Refresher Training (within the past 5 years).
• Proficient knowledge of structural engineering principles and their application to project work.
• Demonstrated interest in structures, transportation, or related fields, with a strong desire to advance skills.
• Physically capable of performing continuous field work, including working at heights, in close quarters, climbing, carrying ladders and gear, working in adverse weather conditions, and working at night around moving vehicles.
• Valid Driver’s License and successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Record check.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with engineering and non-engineering audiences.
• Ability to work independently and provide leadership to junior team members.
• Advanced proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, and tools.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and adhering to WSP’s health, safety, and drug/alcohol policies.
• Ability to work extended schedules as required by project-specific needs.
• Occasional travel, including potential overnight stays, may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional FHWA/NHI Training: (130078) Bridge Inspection Techniques for Nonredundant Steel Tension Members (NSTM); (130087) Inspection of Ancillary Highway Structures; (130110) Tunnel Safety Inspection.
• Familiarity with NYSDOT Bridge Inspection Standards and knowledge of NYSDOT bridge inspection software – Structures Management System (SMS).
• Active membership and participation in local professional practice organizations.

Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Paid sick leave, vacation (or other personal time), parental leave, and bereavement leave.
• Paid time off for voting and naturalization proceedings.

Pay

Expected salary range: $103,600 - $170,800. The final compensation will be based on education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, a global engineering and professional services firm. We design lasting solutions in buildings, transportation, energy, water, and the environment. With over 15,000 employees in 300+ offices across the U.S., we partner with clients to help communities prosper. WSP offers a flexible and agile workplace model while providing comprehensive benefits to support employees' health and financial stability throughout their careers.