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 the Bridge Project Manager.
• 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; Louisville, KY; or St. Louis, MO. The position is available as full-time or part-time.

Benefits

• Shared Ownership: As an ESOP, we offer our Team Members a direct stake in CDI’s success.
• Flexible work options to help balance career and life.
• Meaningful projects aligned with your passions and career goals.
• Frequent company-wide events for collaboration and celebration.
• People-first culture prioritizing growth, well-being, and success.
• Volunteer time off to give back to the community.
• 401(k) match for up to 4.5%
• 100% coverage on HSA and PPO plan options
• Annual HSA contributions
• ESOP eligibility
• 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.