Early Career Bridge Inspection Engineer - WSP USA
Virginia Beach, VA
About the Job
This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for full-time E arly Career Bridge Inspection Enginee r for our Virginia Beach, Richmond and Herndon, VA offices. Be involved in projects with our Mid-Atlantic Inspection Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges.
Takes part in providing local technical assistance for the design, development, and construction of infrastructure projects and systems in the public and private sector. Tasks may include assistance with the design, repair and construction of bridges, roads, tunnels, and dams. Generates accurate and concise documentation regarding assigned aspects of the project. Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.
Your Impact
+ Perform Field work inspecting bridges and highway ancillary structures throughout the Mid-Atlantic for deterioration and structural damage
+ Assist with report writing for the inspection work completed in the fields
+ Assist with planning and preparation of field inspection trips and maintaining field equipment and supplies
+ Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures to ensure work is completed in a correct manner.
+ Complete training on assigned tasks.
+ Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
+ Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
+ Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline.
+ 0 to 1 years of relevant post education experience,
+ Proficient self-discipline with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
+ Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
+ Physically capable of performing field work including climbing ladders (40ft or less) and in close quarters, carrying ladders and gear, working in adverse weather conditions, etc.
+ Proficiency/Comfortable using hand and power tools.
+ Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
+ Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
+ Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Engineer in Training Certification
+ Previous experience or knowledge in bridge inspection or design or other bridge related work is a plus.
+ Ability to read plans and specifications to provide entry-level technical assistance on various bridge repair designs and construction inspections
+ Interest in UAS Drone flying
+ Comfortable working at Heights (40ft+) and interest in working on Ropes (obtaining SPRAT Certification)
+ Enjoys getting out of the office, working outdoors, and seeing the world#LI-JL1
About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
www.wsp.com
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
WSP is currently initiating a search for full-time E arly Career Bridge Inspection Enginee r for our Virginia Beach, Richmond and Herndon, VA offices. Be involved in projects with our Mid-Atlantic Inspection Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges.
Takes part in providing local technical assistance for the design, development, and construction of infrastructure projects and systems in the public and private sector. Tasks may include assistance with the design, repair and construction of bridges, roads, tunnels, and dams. Generates accurate and concise documentation regarding assigned aspects of the project. Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.
Your Impact
+ Perform Field work inspecting bridges and highway ancillary structures throughout the Mid-Atlantic for deterioration and structural damage
+ Assist with report writing for the inspection work completed in the fields
+ Assist with planning and preparation of field inspection trips and maintaining field equipment and supplies
+ Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures to ensure work is completed in a correct manner.
+ Complete training on assigned tasks.
+ Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
+ Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
+ Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline.
+ 0 to 1 years of relevant post education experience,
+ Proficient self-discipline with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
+ Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
+ Physically capable of performing field work including climbing ladders (40ft or less) and in close quarters, carrying ladders and gear, working in adverse weather conditions, etc.
+ Proficiency/Comfortable using hand and power tools.
+ Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
+ Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
+ Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Engineer in Training Certification
+ Previous experience or knowledge in bridge inspection or design or other bridge related work is a plus.
+ Ability to read plans and specifications to provide entry-level technical assistance on various bridge repair designs and construction inspections
+ Interest in UAS Drone flying
+ Comfortable working at Heights (40ft+) and interest in working on Ropes (obtaining SPRAT Certification)
+ Enjoys getting out of the office, working outdoors, and seeing the world#LI-JL1
About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
www.wsp.com
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
Source : WSP USA
