Pickering, Corts & Summerson, Inc., an award winning, multi-disciplinary engineering firm has an exciting opportunity to join our company as a Bridge Inspection Team Leader based in our Cranberry Township, PA office.
This is a mid to senior level position for an individual with extensive experience in inspecting bridges and similar structures using engineering skills to determine structural soundness and compliance with NBIS, and other local, state and federal regulations. Inspections may be general in nature or may be limited to a specific area. Utilize advanced knowledge and education to perform work that is intellectual and varied in character. Consistently exercise discretion and judgment in accomplishing assigned goals. Provide full reports and recommendations to Project Manager.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Responsible to plan inspections and lead inspection teams.
- Provide training to Bridge Inspectors and Junior Bridge Inspectors.
- Use inspection equipment, including but not limited to; metering devices, tape measures, calipers, ladders, cameras, probing rods, etc.
- Inspect bridges as required for structural integrity, general safety and continued conformance to specifications and codes.
- Prepare inspection reports completely for final review by Project Manager.
- Review and interpret construction plans and blueprints for use in bridge inspections.
- Prepare load rating calculations for bridges based on Load Factor and Load Resistance Factor Methodologies using various DOT and Commercial Software Packages.
- Prepare (design) temporary and permanent repair schemes for critical deficiencies identified during inspections.
- Prepare recommendations for maintenance and repairs to bridges.
- If qualified, function as diver or a tender in performing underwater inspection of appropriate areas of the structures.
What we offer in return:
- Medical, dental, vision and Rx coverage, with a generous employer contribution rate
- Employer sponsored 401(k) plan
- Generous paid time off policy