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From the employer's careers site First seen 27 Oct 2026

Bridge Inspection Regional Manager/Technical Director

WSP Virginia Beach, VA Hybrid senior full-time

Salary

$153,000 - $227,300 per year

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Description

WSP is seeking a Bridge Inspection Regional Manager/Technical Director for its Southeast/Mid-Atlantic Region Bridge Inspection Group. This hybrid position can be based in Virginia or Carolina offices.

The successful candidate will assist national and regional business line leaders in expanding the bridge inspection practice across the southeast and Mid-Atlantic states. They will direct district and state Technical Excellence Center (TEC) Leads on a full-time basis with business development and winning inspection and repair work for bridges, tunnels, and ancillary structures.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide proactive and strategic leadership to expand bridge inspection services and grow headcount in multiple states.
  • Liaise with client field/facility staff, communicate critical condition findings, and lead/assist with reporting.
  • Direct and lead other field team members, ensuring safe operations and technical compliance.
  • Perform engineering reviews of permit applications, design plans, and specifications.
  • Lead larger-scale structural engineering projects, manage budgets, and monitor external events.
  • Mentor staff to support their growth and professional development.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
  • 10-15 years of experience in bridge inspection (NBIS) with WMATA, DEDOT, and other transportation clients.
  • Project Manager/Team Leader experience in Southeast and Mid-Atlantic states.
  • Extensive successful management of bridge inspection projects for DOTs and Tolling Agencies.
  • NHI Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges course attendance.
  • SPRAT rope access certification Level 2 (or higher).
  • Drone license and flight experience.
  • Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal oversight and provide guidance to junior team members.
  • Physically capable of performing continuous field work in various conditions.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Additional FHWA/NHI Training.
  • Experience with railroad and complex bridges, tunnels, and ancillary structures.
  • Familiarity with or certifications in various NDT techniques and UAS applications.
  • Certifications in rope access techniques and/or UAS operations.

Benefits: WSP offers a comprehensive suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage, retirement savings, paid sick leave, paid vacation, and paid parental leave.

Compensation: Expected Salary: $153,000 - $227,300

Skills

Required

Nice to have

  • FHWA/NHI Training
  • Railroad and complex bridges
  • NDT techniques
  • UAS applications
  • Rope access techniques

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