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$23.52 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$14.90 - $25.57
31% of jobs
The median wage is $32.14 / hr.
$25.57 - $36.23
31% of jobs
$36.23 - $46.90
4% of jobs
$56.23 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$46.90 - $57.56
10% of jobs
$57.56 - $68.23
9% of jobs
$68.23 - $78.89
5% of jobs
$78.89 - $89.55
0% of jobs
$89.55 - $100.22
8% of jobs
$100.22 - $110.88
0% of jobs
$110.88 - $121.55
0% of jobs
$121.55 - $132.21
1% of jobs
$14
$47
$132
How much do freelance dredging jobs pay per hour?
As of Jul 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance dredging in the United States is $47.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $61.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Contract
Description
About Coastal Engineering
Coastal Engineering is a specialized marine construction firm delivering complex, high-quality waterfront and underwater infrastructure projects along the East Coast. Our capabilities include piers, bulkheads, dams, bridges, dredging, and other critical marine structures. We are driven by a commitment to innovation, safety, sustainability, and executional excellence.
We are seeking an experienced Bridge Inspection Consultant to support our periodic bridge inspection projects. This is an excellent opportunity for independent consultants and freelancers looking for flexible, project-based work with a growing marine construction and engineering firm.
Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license preferred;
• 7-10 years of bridge inspection and structural engineering experience.
• Minimum 3 years serving as a Bridge Inspection Team Leader (or equivalent) in accordance with NBIS requirements.
• FHWA/NHI Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges
• FHWA/NHI Fracture Critical Inspection Techniques
• FHWA/NHI Underwater Bridge Inspection
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction
Contract
Description
About Coastal Engineering
Coastal Engineering is a specialized marine construction firm delivering complex, high-quality waterfront and underwater infrastructure projects along the East Coast. Our capabilities include piers, bulkheads, dams, bridges, dredging, and other critical marine structures. We are driven by a commitment to innovation, safety, sustainability, and executional excellence.
We are seeking an experienced Bridge Inspection Consultant to support our periodic bridge inspection projects. This is an excellent opportunity for independent consultants and freelancers looking for flexible, project-based work with a growing marine construction and engineering firm.
- Lead and perform NBIS bridge inspections in accordance with applicable standards and regulations.
- Oversee and direct bridge inspection crews in the field.
- Conduct QA/QC reviews of inspection reports to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
- Develop, review, and finalize detailed bridge inspection reports.
- Train, mentor, and support junior engineers and inspection staff.
- Coordinate with Project Managers on project planning, scheduling, and deliverables.
- Serve as the Lead Bridge Inspector on routine, fracture-critical, and specialized bridge inspections, as applicable.
Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license preferred;
• 7-10 years of bridge inspection and structural engineering experience.
• Minimum 3 years serving as a Bridge Inspection Team Leader (or equivalent) in accordance with NBIS requirements.
• FHWA/NHI Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges
• FHWA/NHI Fracture Critical Inspection Techniques
• FHWA/NHI Underwater Bridge Inspection
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction