Job Description

Help Us Change the World—One Project at a Time
At PRIME AE, we believe every bridge, building, classroom, park, and roadway we design tells a story—and leaves a legacy. Whether it’s through architecture, engineering, planning, or consulting, our work is deeply rooted in improving the everyday experiences of people and communities. Join us and be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team that values innovation, technical excellence, and meaningful contribution.

Who We Are:

PRIME AE Group, Inc. ( www.primeeng.com) is a nationally ranked, full-service architecture and engineering firm with 22 offices across 9 states and a team of 600+ professionals. For nearly two decades, we’ve partnered with public and private sector clients to deliver creative, practical, and sustainable solutions across transportation, education, healthcare, municipal, federal, commercial, and recreational sectors. We’re expanding our capabilities, our geography, and our team—and now is an exciting time to join us.

We are currently seeking a Bridge Inspection Project Manager to join our Bridge Inspection Group in our Harrisburg, PA office to support and lead structural inspection programs for state, federal, and railroad clients.

What You’ll Do:

In this role, you will take ownership of planning, executing, and documenting bridge and ancillary structure inspections in compliance with NBIS, FRA, and agency-specific standards. You will guide field teams, coordinate complex field logistics, ensure safety in challenging environments, and provide immediate engineering judgment when critical conditions are identified.

This role is hands-on, field-forward, and ideal for a licensed engineer who thrives in both technical analysis and real-time problem solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Actively manage bridge inspection projects while overseeing work of bridge inspection teams.
• Oversee and track project schedule and budgets.
• Review bridge plans and previous inspection reports and plan field operations.
• Schedule and coordinate field activities with clients, railroads, police agencies, subcontractors, and equipment vendors.
• Assign and supervise team members during field activities and office tasks.
• Prepare and implement health & safety plans and traffic control plans and ensure safe field operations.
• Perform and supervise technical field inspections of complex and signature bridges and related structures as well as highway ancillary structures based on National Bridge Inspection and Federal Railroad Administration Standards.
• Operate specialized bridge inspection access equipment (manlift, bucket truck, under bridge crane) as required.
• Accurately document inspection findings with precise notes, sketches, and digital photographs encompassing all defects located.
• Evaluate seriousness of bridge defects and make on-the-spot decisions as required.
• Interact with clients, regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and equipment vendors in a confident and professional manner.
• Prepare accurate, complete inspection reports in accordance with industry standards and applicable agency manuals.
• Ensure all professional licenses and bridge inspection certifications are current.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering/Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited institution.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in PA.
• 5+ years of Bridge Inspection experience.
• Valid, unrestricted driver’s license.
• FHWA/NHI 2-week “Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges” (130055) or 5-day “Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges for Professional Engineers” (130056) and Refresher (130053) certifications.
• FHWA/NHI Nonredundant Steel Tension Member (Fracture Critical) Certification (130078) preferred.
• ANSI 92.24/92.22 Mobile Elevated Work Platforms/Snooper Training.
• OSHA Fall Protection and Confined Space certification.
• Physical ability to continuously tolerate harsh work environments, including working at heights and in confined spaces.
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to mentor, and work in a team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with little supervision.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.

PRIME AE Group is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

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