Project Manager, Transportation

About the role

Michael Baker International, consistently ranked by Engineering News-Record as a Top 20 transportation firm, offers clients an integrated team of professionals skilled in transportation planning, design, permitting, and construction management and inspection. We are also leaders in operating and maintaining safe and efficient transportation infrastructures.

Responsibilities

• Deliver projects per agreed to plan, budget, and quality objectives.
• Lead, assign, and review work of the project delivery team; check work and progress and identify changes of scope and additional services.
• Provide mentorship and development support to junior staff members.
• Build and maintain client relationships, lead proposal development, and prepare for and participate in interviews.
• Engage with professional organizations such as APWA and ASCE to maintain visibility in the engineering community.
• Collaborate with the Department Manager to build targeted client service action plans for the Southern California market.
• Contribute to strategic positioning efforts for roadway, highway, and civil project opportunities.
• Oversee client relationships and ensure the application of Michael Baker International services aligns with both client and company interests.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• 7-10 years of experience in Transportation/Public Works with increasing responsibilities.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in California.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering a variety of Transportation/Public Works projects for city, county, and state agencies.
• Demonstrated skills in supervision and mentoring.
• Strong leadership drive within the company and the professional community.
• Excellent engineering judgment with a commitment to quality and financial excellence.
• Strong proposal writing and presentation skills preferred, but not required.

Qualifications

• Experience in all aspects of design and plan preparation for roadway, highway, and civil improvement projects for State, City, and County agencies in California.
• Ability to manage and mentor a team of engineers and designers.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations governing transportation projects.

Skills

• Strong technical skills in civil engineering.
• Proficiency in project management software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Benefits

Michael Baker International offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401K Retirement Plan, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, professional and personal development, and generous paid time off.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $120,000-$190,000, depending on the experience and expertise of the incoming candidate. This role is also eligible for a discretionary bonus based upon corporate and individual performance.

Schedule

This role offers a hybrid work schedule with a balance of in-office and remote work.