Bridge Inspection Project Engineer / Team Leader  2026-220

Location:  Syracuse, New York
Relocation Assistance: No
Visa Sponsorship: No

Experience Required: 3 years experience in bridge engineering, and 1+ years in team leadership

Education Requirements: BS or higher in Civil Engineering or a related field, plus Professional Engineer License

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We are working fast with a fast growing, employee-owned consulting engineering practice in Syracuse, New York, that is actively seeking a Bridge Inspection Project Engineer / Team Leader to work on multiple bridge projects throughout the region.

Your Role:

You will be responsible for leading the correct inspections of bridges, and insuring that the inspection reports are prepared in conformance with the requirements per NYSDOT specifications.

• Lead inspection team and coordinate teams and equipment
• Prepare in-office support for field inspection
• Perform field measurements, evaluate existing conditions and document finding in the field
• Write the technical inspection reports
• Prepare analysis and ratings for the structure in question
• Perform calculations including load ratings
• Develop recommended construction documents for repairs of field conditions requiring interim repair (i.e. flagged conditions).

Required Skills:

• Ability to coordinate field teams and manage project schedules effectively
• As work is performed in the field, you must be able to extensively perform bending, kneeling, standing, shoveling, and lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Willing and able to work outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions

Required Experience:

• Bachelor of Science or higher in Civil Engineering or a related field
• 3+ years of bridge experience in design, construction, inspection or other bridge engineering related work
• New York State Professional Engineer License (or ability to obtain within one month of starting work)
• Evidence of satisfactory completion of any of the following:
  • FHWA/NHI Course #130055 – Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges (2-week class)
  • FHWA/NHI Course #130056– Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges for Professional Engineers (1-week class)
  • NYSDOT Bridge Inspection Certification
• Active driver’s license

Preferred Experience:

• Demonstrated experience leading teams of at least 3 to 5 members in bridge inspection or related civil engineering projects
• 1-3 years of mid-level management or team leadership experience

To apply be sure to refer to Job 2026-220 and click here.
Or, email an updated resume to Tom@TheHiringCatalyst.com.