Bridge Program Manager, Transportation bei ms consultants, inc.

Bridge Program Manager
ms consultants, inc.
North Carolina or South Carolina

We are seeking an experienced NBIS certified Bridge Inspection Team Leader in the North Carolina or South Carolina area to lead our Team Leaders and Bridge Inspectors in our growing bridge group. The successful candidate will work with the project manager to provide high quality inspection and reporting services.  Primary duties will be initially focused in North Carolina and South Carolina and could involve assisting other offices with current inspection contracts. Our company has adopted a hybrid work schedule that allows for part time work from home and part time work in the office giving you more work/life balance. 

About the Bridge Group

Our Bridge Group is one of the fastest growing groups in our firm with opportunities for continued development and career advancement. Notable current projects include:

• Numerous Bridge Replacement Projects for NCDOT statewide
• NCDOT Statewide NBIS Bridge & Culvert Inspections
• SCDOT District 6 NBIS Bridge & Culvert Inspections
• Planning and Design Limited Services Agreement with all NCDOT Divisions for review and design work
• NCDOT Feasibility Unit Limited Services Agreement with various task orders

What You Will Do:

• Lead as Project Manager in the day to day operations of NBIS Inspection contracts to include scheduling, logistics, and required monthly notifications to DOT personnel
• Perform safety inspections of assigned structures, prepare/review reports to ensure all client requirements are met
• Mentor less experienced staff which may include providing general instruction, assigning and reviewing work, coaching and training, providing guidance and instruction in the proper and most efficient methods of accomplishing tasks,
• Perform other responsibilities as required or assigned.

What You'll Bring:

We are looking for someone who is committed to building a career at ms with a willingness to continue to grow and develop.  Specific requirements include:

• Minimum 10 years of bridge inspection
• A strong work ethic with the ability to self-motivate, work independently, and maintain a high degree of efficiency working remotely,
• Current qualification under the National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS) as a bridge inspection team leader,
• BSCE from an ABET accredited college or university, or at a minimum of a high school diploma,
• Thorough knowledge of bridge inspection methods and procedures,
• Experience with inspection reporting procedures,
• Be willing/able to travel on short notice,
• Physical ability to:
• Traverse steep embankments, work within confined spaces and at height
• Work in extreme weather conditions
• Lift and carry heavy loads such as ladders across uneven terrain
• Possess a valid Driver License and acceptable MVR,
• Successful completion of the Fundamental of Engineering (FE) Exam (preferred)

Training and Certifications:

• Successful completion of the following National Highway Institute (NHI) courses:

• 130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges
• or 130056 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges for Professional Engineers
• 130053 Bridge Inspection Refresher Training (as required to remain current)

• Successful completion of Additional coursework (preferred or willingness to obtain):

• 130078 Fracture Critical Inspection Techniques for Steel Bridges,
• 130087 Inspection and Maintenance of Ancillary Highway Structures,
• 135047 Stream Stability and Scour at Highway Bridges for Bridge Inspectors
• Experience with non-destructive testing methods, preferred

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current approval by NCDOT and/or SCDOT as a Bridge Inspection Team Leader (highly preferred)
• Experience with NCDOT WIGINS software
• Experience with AASHTOWare BrM (Bridge Management) software

Why Choose ms consultants? 

We are proud to be an award-winning engineering, architecture, planning and environmental consulting firm, annually ranking within ENR’s Top 500 Design Firms. We partner with a variety of public and private clients and take pride in the many relationships we have formed by providing quality design solutions since 1963. We are dedicated to helping these clients achieve their goals through integrated, innovative solutions, and outstanding customer service.

As a member of the ms team, we consider your needs as a professional and as an individual outside of work. We offer a career path which provides opportunities for advancement at any level of your career and costs for licensure, certifications and further education. To support yourself and your family, we offer a robust benefits package which provides options for health coverage in addition to life insurance, disability, long-term care and more. Our comprehensive 401(k) plan is here to set you up for the future from hire to retire. We emphasize work-life balance and offer time off and flexible work schedules for when you need, it in addition to company paid holidays. Wherever you are in your personal and professional journey, ms has you covered.

Our Mission:
By investing in our people, we create comprehensive solutions for communities and clients.

Our Vision:
Our vision is to shape a better tomorrow.

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We are accountable. We foster collaboration. We stand for inclusion. We are committed to excellence. We are passionate about our work.

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