Bridge Inspector
Civil Design, Inc. (CDI) is a multi-disciplined civil engineering firm offering civil site, structural, land surveying, and GIS services. Since its founding in 1996, our team has grown to over 150 team members with six locations across Missouri, Illinois, and Kentucky. We serve six service lines: Infrastructure + Analytics, Site, Structures, Survey, Transportation, and Water Resources.
About the role
The Bridge Inspector will be an integral part of our Structures/Bridge Group, performing bridge inspections and completing office-related tasks as assigned. By leading projects and guiding the next generation of engineers, you will support our mission of Building Stronger Communities.
Responsibilities
- Plan and coordinate bridge inspections according to FHWA and owner requirements.
- Collaborate with engineers, designers, clients, and stakeholders to communicate inspection results.
- Plan for bridge inspections including necessary inspection equipment, sketches, safety devices, and coordinating safety vehicles as required.
- Ensure compliance with CDI’s safety procedures.
- Document findings from visual and physical bridge inspections.
- Assess bridges noting severity of damage, deterioration, load carrying capacity, and weight inspections.
- Advise on immediate repair and long-term strategies.
- Prepare bridge inspection forms and reports under the direction of Bridge PM.
- Enter inspection data, request reports, and analyze information.
Requirements
- NBIS Team Leader Certification
- Statewide travel with overnights (up to 40%)
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to climb and inspect various types of bridges
- Comfortable working with heights and confined spaces
- Positive attitude and ability to be self-directed with a focus on quality while working within a team
- Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
This role can be based out of Collinsville, IL, Effingham, IL, or St. Louis, MO. The position is available as full-time or part-time.
Benefits
- 401(k) match for up to 4.5%
- 100% coverage on HSA and PPO plan options
- Annual HSA contributions
- ESOP eligibility (shared ownership)
- Competitive PTO (paid time off)
- 8 hours of VTO (volunteer time off) annually
Pay
The anticipated base salary range for this position is $65,000–$95,000/year. Compensation will vary based on relevant experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors.
Why Join CDI?
- Shared Ownership: As an ESOP, we offer our Team Members a direct stake in CDI’s success, empowering them to take initiative and contribute meaningfully.
- Enjoy Flexibility: We offer flexible work options to help you balance your career and life.
- Work with Purpose: Engage in meaningful projects aligned with your passions and career goals.
- Collaboration and Celebration: Frequent company-wide events to connect and have fun with Team Members across our offices.
- People-First Culture: We prioritize your growth, well-being, and success, ensuring you have the support and opportunities to thrive.
Our Culture
CDI’s culture remains foundational to our success as an organization. We believe mutual trust and respect come first to ensure Team Members feel valued, heard, and supported. We strive to unlock a Team Member’s full potential through continuous learning and growth, empowering you to embrace new challenges and thrive in a collaborative environment. Beyond the office, we’re committed to living out our mission of Building Stronger Communities by offering volunteer time off to encourage team members to give back.