Bridge Department Manager

About the role

Michael Baker International, ranked Number seven by Engineering News-Record in its annual ranking of Bridge Design Firms in the United States, has partnered with clients on a full spectrum of bridge types—from conventional grade separations to major, complex river crossings, including trusses, arches, box girders and cable-stayed bridges.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain trusted adviser relationships with local clients while setting strategic direction and increasing market awareness across Ohio.
• Work closely with the Office Executive and local leadership to develop targeted client service action plans for ODOT, counties, municipalities, and other public-sector clients throughout Ohio.
• Cook up and manage staff workload across transportation disciplines within Michael Baker International and be accountable for successful contracting and project execution.
• Lead and participate in strategic pursuits and positioning for major bridge and transportation projects, including alternative delivery opportunities.
• Lead and grow a high-performing team of engineers and designers delivering bridge design, rehabilitation, inspection, and load rating projects for ODOT and local Ohio clients.
• Provide technical leadership, assign and review work, oversee QA/QC, and identify scope changes and additional services.
• Identify, assess, and manage project and operational risk.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key client decision-makers and remain informed of upcoming project opportunities.
• Serve as the primary client interface for key accounts.
• Lead proposal strategies and content, participate in business development efforts, and represent Michael Baker as an active leader within the Ohio transportation community.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• 15+ years of experience in bridge engineering, including new bridge design, rehabilitation, inspection, and load rating.
• Extensive experience working with the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) and local Ohio public agencies.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Ohio, or ability to obtain Ohio licensure within a reasonable timeframe.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams and mentoring technical staff.
• Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Pioneered experience overseeing successful project delivery.
• Track record of leading and winning proposals.

Qualifications

• Experience leading and growing a high-performing team of engineers and designers.
• Knowledge of bridge design, rehabilitation, inspection, and load rating.
• Ability to manage project risks and ensure successful project execution.
• Strong client relationship management skills.
• Experience in strategic pursuit and positioning for major bridge and transportation projects.

Skills

• Technical leadership and project management skills.
• Strategic thinking and business development abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability.
• Professional and personal development.
• Generous paid time off.
• Commuter and wellness benefits.

Pay

The approximate compensation range for this position is $109,179 to $170,507 per year. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

Schedule

Michael Baker International offers a flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of our employees.