Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose!
At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure.
Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don’t just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future.
Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world.
Ready to shape the future of resilient communities?
What You’ll Do
In this role, you won’t be stuck behind a desk—you’ll get out in the field, assess real-world structures, and play a key role in keeping communities connected and safe.
- Lead and perform bridge inspections in accordance with NBIS standards and safety best practices
- Conduct load ratings using AASHTOWare Bridge Rating (BrR) software
- Contribute to the design and rehabilitation of bridges—supporting calculations, plans, specs, and cost estimates
- Prepare and support bridge rating reports and technical documentation
- Manage your work effectively by helping monitor project budgets and schedules
- Work across a variety of structures and environments, gaining well-rounded, hands-on experience
- Operate both independently and collaboratively with a team of experienced engineers and inspectors
- Maintain a strong focus on safety in both field and office settings
- Travel to project sites and perform fieldwork year-round, including in unique and challenging conditions
Why This Role Stands Out
- Field + Office Balance – Get the best of both worlds with meaningful site work and technical engineering
- Career Growth – Build the experience and credentials needed to progress into senior inspection and design roles
- High-Impact Work – Your work directly supports public safety and infrastructure longevity
- Autonomy & Trust – Be empowered to take ownership of your work and projects
What You Bring
We’re looking for someone who is technically strong, safety-focused, and motivated to grow.
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
- 4+ years of bridge inspection experience
- Ohio Professional Engineer (PE) license (or ability to obtain within one year)
- Completion of FHWA-NHI-130055 (Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges)
- NBIS Team Leader qualification in accordance with 23 CFR 650
- Experience performing inspections on a variety of bridge types
- Familiarity with Bridge Inspection Management Systems
- Solid understanding of structural analysis and design principles
- Experience with Bentley tools (MicroStation, ProjectWise, OpenBridge Modeler)
Nice to Have:
- Additional FHWA/NHI certifications (Fracture Critical, Movable Bridges, Tunnels, etc.)
- SPRAT Rope Access Certification
Salary Range:
The starting salary for this position is $95,000, with final compensation determined based on qualifications, experience, and licensing status.
Benefits:
- Flexible Work Environment
- Paid Parental Leave
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off + Holidays
Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce.
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