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Job Details Level: Experienced
Job Location: Poughkeepsie NY - Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: Minimum 4 Year Degree
Job Category: Field Services/Bridge Inspection

The Poughkeepsie, NY Office of Modjeski and Master is seeking an experienced NBIS certified team leader. This position is also available in our Michigan office.

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
• For positions in NY the ideal candidate must have a valid NY PE or within 6 months of obtaining.
• NBIS Bridge Safety Inspection 2-week course certificate
• Nonredundant Steel Tension Member Inspection course certificate
• At minimum a BS in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited College or University
• Coursework focus on construction management or structural engineering is preferred.
• 4+ years’ experience in bridge engineering and/or bridge inspection
• Must be able to pass a federal security background check for e-RAILSAFE and TWIC.
• Have a basic understanding of structural engineering fundamentals, including being able to identify basic load paths and have a general understanding of how loads affect structures and their members.
• Must have a good command of the English language with good oral and written communication skills. Technical writing proficiency is preferred.
• Have an understanding and working knowledge of how to read design plans and details, shop drawings, and as-built plans.
• Must be physically capable of climbing ladders and stairways, working from walkways and platforms at high elevations, such as on high bridge superstructures and working from aerial access equipment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, CADD (AutoCAD and/or MicroStation) is preferred.
• Preferred to have an understanding and working knowledge of how to interpret construction specifications and manufacturer’s technical data.
• Preferred to have a basic familiarity with construction contracts and with construction management processes including communication, documenting procedures, and quality control and quality assurance procedures and responsibilities.

• Organize a team of qualified personnel to perform bridge inspections
• Participate in inspection activities and lead the inspection in the field.
• Coordinate services by others including subconsultants, equipment providers, traffic control contractors, etc.
• Prepare inspection reports with recommendations for maintenance and repair for all types and sizes of highway and railroad bridges, including fixed bridges, such as suspension and cable-stayed bridges, trusses, girder and beam bridges, and movable bridges.
• Preparation and detailing of repair plans, specifications, construction cost estimates, and bidding documents
• Bridge construction oversight and monitoring, inspecting, and documenting individual activities performed by the contractor to monitor compliance with overall contract specifications, plans and other contract provisions.
• Emergency response to bridge related emergencies, as needed.
• Oversees completeness and accuracy of project team’s work including review of field activities, technical reports, design plans, cost estimates, etc.

• Position requires a combination of both office and field duties.
• Position involves working conditions such as climbing on superstructures and substructures of bridges.
• Requires a certain amount of physicality and a comfort level with heights for the inspection portion of this position.
• Position requires a varied amount of travel with overnight stays, dependent upon assignment and available work, with the potential for short-term relocation. Expected travel ranges up to 30% of time. Compensation is provided.
• Partial-week work from home is allowed after 6 months successful employment.

• Competitive Salary
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Competitive PTO accruals (Starting at 17 days, increases with years’ experience)
• Hybrid work schedule
• Mentorship and professional growth.
• Comprehensive cafeteria-style benefit plan which includes Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for our employees and their dependents
• Group Term Life Insurance (Basic Accidental death and dismemberment & Basic Life)
• Long term Disability coverage
• Several other additional benefits offered (Short term disability, Identity Protection, Flexible spending accounts, Optional life insurance for dependents)
• Be part of a collaborative team committed to advancing infrastructure while developing your skills in a supportive environment.

Field Services Business Unit main responsibilities include condition inspection of major bridge structures, related highway structures and tunnels, and construction inspection of bridge and other projects. M&M’s expertise in coatings inspection is also housed in this unit, as is our technical access (rope climbing) program. Staff in the Field Services unit is mostly composed of Structural Engineers and Technicians. Non-destructive Testing (NDT) Services

M&M is one of the world’s leading bridge engineering firms, known for technical excellence and innovation that surpasses current standards. Established more than 130 years ago, our firm is responsible for the design and maintenance of some of the nation’s most recognizable structures. Our services include fixed and movable bridge design, inspection and rehabilitation, and all facets of life‑cycle maintenance, research, and code development. We offer a competitive base salary, company ownership through our ESOP, a 401(k) with company matching, and a full benefits package. Review our benefits page for more information. Take the next step in your career with a firm that values innovation, collaboration, and employee ownership.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

Modjeski and Masters is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/M/F/D/V). No third-party candidates, please.