About us
SuYash Consulting LLC (SuYash) is a small business enterprise providing Civil Engineering Consulting and Design services to public and private clients. We provide sustainable and balanced solutions to our clients to successfully steer the regulatory and compliance requirements. SUYASH has a dynamic team always striving to provide innovative and quality solutions to our clients.
SuYash is actively seeking a motivated and experienced Bridge Inspection Team Leader to join our growing bridge safety inspection practice. This role involves leading bridge inspection teams, performing in-depth structural condition assessments, and preparing thorough inspection reports compliant with the National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS). The ideal candidate will have a strong background in bridge inspection, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to safety and quality.
The role offers opportunities for candidates ranging from EITs with inspection experience to licensed PEs with senior-level expertise. Candidates without a PE license but with substantial inspection experience are encouraged to apply and will be considered.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as a Bridge Inspection Team Leader for NBIS-compliant bridge safety inspections, including bridges, culverts, tunnels, and ancillary highway structures
- Plan and coordinate inspection projects, including access equipment and traffic control management
- Lead field inspections, acting as the primary liaison with clients and agency representatives
- Prepare and review detailed bridge safety inspection reports, ensuring accuracy and adherence to federal, state, and local guidelines
- Supervise, mentor, and provide technical guidance to junior inspectors, EITs, PEs, and CADD technicians
- Coordinate with subconsultants, vendors, and agency personnel for smooth project execution
- Assist in scope development, fee proposals, and client meetings to define project requirements
- Support quality assurance and quality control processes to maintain high standards of work
- Participate in business development and marketing activities as directed
- Maintain knowledge of NBIS, AASHTO guidelines, and relevant software tools
- Travel to project sites (approximately 50% of time), including working outdoors in varying weather and terrain conditions
- Ensure compliance with safety protocols including working at heights, over water, and in confined spaces.
Requirements:
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT): 2+ years of inspection experience OR
- Non-degree candidates: 5+ years of bridge inspection experience OR
- Professional Engineer (PE): 6 months to 10+ years of bridge inspection experience
- Bachelor’s Degree from an ABET-accredited college or university in one of the following
disciplines:
- Civil Engineering (structural emphasis)
-Civil and Environmental Engineering (structural emphasis)
-Civil Engineering Technology (structural emphasis)
- Fully licensed Professional Engineer or Structural Engineer in at least one US state, preferably in the local jurisdiction
- Successful completion of NHI Course #130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges or NHI Course #130056 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges for Professional Engineers
- Successful completion of NHI Course #130053 Bridge Inspection Refresher Training as per NBIS requirements
- Successful completion of NHI Course #130078 Bridge Inspection Techniques for Nonredundant Steel Tension Members (NSTM), and NHI Course #130087 Inspection and Maintenance of Ancillary Highway Structures is desirable
- Knowledge and familiarity of the National Bridge Inspection Standards, AASHTO Manual for Bridge Evaluation, AASHTO Manual for Bridge Element Inspection, and the Bridge Inspector’s Reference Manual
- Working familiarity with analysis, design, and production software including but not limited to Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint, Bluebeam Revu, and additional web-based software for data entry, ASIR, AASHTOWareBrR, and MicroStation, to a point of being able to understand the capabilities and limitations of the programs and interact with the support staff in their use of the software
- Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP) training Types 1, 2, and 3 is desirable
- Prior experience on MDTA, SHA and/or Federal bridge inspection projects is desirable
Working Conditions
Work is performed within a general office environment most of the time. Work may require occasional standing, walking, bending and lifting of minimal weight. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Field work is required where work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25 lbs) may be required as needed.
SuYash provided the following inclusive hiring information:
We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Education:
Experience:
- Bridge Inspection: 5 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
