Project Manager, Rail Bridge
About the Role
Whether moving people or freight, future rail and transit solutions will be determined by energy prices, a shift toward urban living, and growing environmental concerns. Michael Baker helps freight, authority, and state Department of Transportation clients meet these modern challenges by providing services that address key industry issues such as state of good repair, capacity, safety, community livability, asset management and maintenance, planning and development for new projects, and the promotion of environmental stewardship and sustainability.
At Michael Baker International, we’re shaping the future of rail and transit infrastructure. We’re looking for a Project Manager with expertise in rail bridge design to lead transformative projects that keep America moving. If you thrive on solving complex engineering challenges and want to work with a team that values innovation, collaboration, and career growth, this is your opportunity.
Why Join Us?
- Flexibility: Work remotely from anywhere in the U.S. with occasional travel for client and project needs.
- Influence: Lead high-profile rail bridge projects for Class I railroads and transit agencies.
- Growth: Access mentorship, leadership development, and cutting-edge tools to advance your career.
- Impact: Your work will directly improve safety, efficiency, and sustainability in rail transportation.
Responsibilities
- Drive end-to-end project delivery—planning, staffing, budgeting, and execution across multi-disciplinary teams.
- Manage schedules, resources, and deliverables to ensure on-time, on-budget success.
- Collaborate with clients, agencies, and internal teams to build strong partnerships.
- Oversee technical designs, ensuring compliance with AREMA and client standards.
- Prepare reports, cost estimates, and documentation that tell the story of project success.
- Train and mentor junior engineers in rail bridge design, rehabilitation, retaining wall design, culvert design, and construction staging.
- Champion safety and quality at every stage.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (Master’s in Structural Engineering preferred).
- 7–10 years of experience in bridge design, rehabilitation, and construction with a railroad focus.
- Previous project management experience is required.
- Professional Engineer Licensure (Structural Engineer License preferred).
- Proven track record with Class I Railroads, Passenger Rail, and/or transit agencies.
- Expertise in AREMA standards and rail structure design.
- Railroad bridge inspection experience, with construction inspection or construction management as an added benefit.
- Strong leadership, client management, communication, and multitasking skills.
Pay
The approximate compensation range for this position is $110,000–$175,000 per year. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.
About Us
Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction, and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation, and integrity. Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration, and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable, and more prosperous. We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.