Roadway Department Manager

About the role

Michael Baker International is seeking a Roadway Department Manager to oversee our established Tallahassee Transportation group. The position will focus on FDOT District 3 and involve working with other Department Managers, office leaders, and local staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and grow a dynamic team of engineers and designers in all aspects of design and plan preparation for roadway, highway, traffic, and interstate improvement projects for FDOT and other local clients in North Florida.
• Monitor or provide oversight in the delivery of projects per agreed to plan, budget, program and quality objectives.
• Assign and review work of the project delivery team and provide technical guidance and oversight for the design for transportation projects; check work and progress and identify changes of scope and additional services.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and development to existing group members as a priority.
• Lead and participate in developing pursuits and strategic positioning for major Transportation project opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Florida.
• 12+ years of highway, roadway, drainage, traffic, or structural design experience with increasing levels of responsibility.
• 5+ years in a supervisory role and a history of demonstrated supervisor and mentoring skills.
• Existing relationships and contacts with FDOT District 3, regional MPO’s and municipal clients is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills is a must, including proposal writing and presentation skills, public speaking ability, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience overseeing successful project delivery with a strong drive for quality deliverables and financial excellence.
• Proven track record of leading winning proposals is a plus.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and conduct multi-tasking efforts.
• Ability to travel up to 20%, primarily within the North Florida region for client visits, field reviews, and conferences.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of transportation planning, design, permitting, and construction management and inspection.
• Understanding of practical aspects of operating and maintaining a safe and efficient transportation infrastructure.

Skills

• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
• Effective communication and proposal writing skills.
• Project management and coordination abilities.
• Strategic thinking and business development experience.

Benefits

Michael Baker International offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, a 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 $118,231 to $205,000. 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 that allows for multi-tasking efforts and occasional travel within the North Florida region.