Skip to content
Updated How AI-exposed are the skills employers are hiring for? See the data →

From the employer's careers site First seen 26 Oct 2026

Senior Technical Manager, Structural Engineering

WSP Richmond, VA senior full-time

Salary

$125,200-$195,600 per year

Apply on WSP

Description

We are seeking a Senior Technical Manager, Structural Engineering to oversee bridge inspections, manage staff, and mentor junior engineers.

The successful candidate will perform NBIS bridge and NTIS tunnel inspections, prepare inspection reports, and develop staffing plans and inspection schedules.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Providing oversight of bridge inspection staff and mentoring junior staff with an emphasis on safety, technical training, and career progression.
  • Collecting, compiling, and analysing data from physical work sites, surveys, blueprints, GIS data, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction.
  • Applying high-level structural and civil engineering techniques to identify improvements for infrastructure projects.
  • Developing construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
  • Leading larger-scale structural engineering projects and managing budgets, external events, and subcontractors.
  • Assisting with engineering reviews of permit applications and ensuring compliance with regulations.
  • Meeting with public or private entities to discuss engineering challenges and programs.
  • Ensuring technical reports and presentations explain research, findings, and recommendations.
  • Mentoring staff to support their growth and professional development.
  • Remaining current with the latest structural engineering techniques and practices.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience performing bridge inspections and structural assessments.
  • Experience with National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS) and National Tunnel Inspection Standards (NTIS).
  • Experience working with the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and/or Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) preferred.

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

The expected salary range for this position is $125,200-$195,600.

Skills

Required

Nice to have

  • FHWA-NHI-130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges certification
  • FHWA-NHI-130110 Tunnel Safety Inspection certification
  • Master's Degree in Engineering

Ready to apply?

You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://emit.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_2001/job/91706

Apply on WSP