Senior Project Manager – Bridge Inspection

Michael Baker International

. Oversee the planning, inspection and safety evaluations of state and locally owned bridges .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeNewark • New Jersey • United StatesSenior💰 $180,000 - $210,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in bridge inspection and management, with a strong focus on evaluating bridge conditions, performing load rating analysis, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Proficient in client relations and project management within the structural engineering domain.

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Bridge Inspection ManagementLoad Rating AnalysisNJ/NY Professional Engineer LicenseNBIS Certified Bridge Safety InspectorStructural Design Software Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Bridge InspectionLoad Rating AnalysisStructural EngineeringBridge Design SpecificationsFracture Critical InspectionI-Forms CodingProject ManagementSafety EvaluationsMaintenance Needs IdentificationInspection Report Review

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten Communication

Tools & Technologies

Hand ToolsLaddersUnder-Bridge CranesMan-Lifts

Certifications & Qualifications

NJ/NY Professional Engineer LicenseNBIS Certified Bridge Safety Inspector

Industry Keywords

Bridge InspectionStructural EngineeringAASHTO LRFDFHWA-NHI Bridge Safety InspectionClient Relationship Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee the planning, inspection and safety evaluations of state and locally owned bridges
Review inspection reports
Manage and work closely with the New Jersey team to coordinate and perform inspections
Evaluate bridge conditions and review reports
Identify maintenance needs and properly code structure inspections in I-forms
Perform load rating analysis
Meet with clients to advise on priority maintenance items
Ensure timely submission of inspection documents
Direct the Bridge Inspection Group with project management and inspection tasks
Attend client meetings and lead assignments
Oversee inspection assistants and project managers
Coordinate traffic control subcontractors
Schedule man-lifts and under-bridge cranes for inspections
Use hand tools, ladders, under-bridge cranes and other equipment necessary for bridge evaluation
Contribute to proposals, business development, and client relationships

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with structural emphasis, or equivalent work experience
15+ years of experience in bridge inspection and design
NJ and/or NY Professional Engineer (PE) License, or the ability to obtain within six months through reciprocity
NBIS Certified Bridge Safety inspector who has taken the two-week FHWA-NHI Bridge Safety Inspection courses
Bridge Load Rating Experience is a plus
Familiar with structural design software and AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications
Fracture Critical inspection experience a plus
Good verbal and written communication skills
Valid U.S. driver’s license

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal employment opportunity
Drug-free workplace
Pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks