Jobs · Business Development · Arizona

Vice President, Phoenix Market Executive

Michael Baker International · Phoenix, AZ · 1 wk ago
HybridBusiness Development$250k–$275k/yrFull-time

The Vice President, Phoenix Market Executive leads the 35+ person Phoenix office and strengthens the firm's presence in Arizona. Key responsibilities include:

  1. Building a collaborative, high-performance culture with clear communication and shared purpose.

  2. Mentoring and developing talent, identifying future leaders and supporting career growth.

  3. Leading 5–6 Department Managers and ensuring top-tier performance across all disciplines.

  4. Celebrating achievements and fostering team cohesion through recognition and team-building activities.

Business Management involves:

  • Driving revenue growth, profitability, and operational efficiency.

  • Maintaining strong awareness of industry trends to position the office for success.

  • Balancing the office portfolio through strategic work share and enterprise alignment.

  • Establishing and tracking performance metrics using company KPIs, addressing challenges and opportunities proactively.

  • Executing the annual business plan and delivering on strategic goals.

Client & Market Leadership includes:

  • Strengthening existing client relationships and cultivating new ones across Arizona.

  • Developing strategies that expand market presence and create long-term growth.

  • Promoting cross-selling and multi-discipline engagement with key clients.

  • Representing the firm through professional associations, conferences, publications, and community involvement.

Qualifications:

  • AZ PE License

  • Exceptional communication and leadership presence

  • Background in Transportation, Structural/Bridge, or Municipal engineering

  • Proven experience in operations, business development, and project management

  • 10+ years leading teams and 10+ years in client management/business development

  • P&L management experience preferred

  • Strong relationships within the Arizona market

  • Experience with local, state, and/or federal procurement

  • Proficiency with MS Office and Oracle-based ERP systems

About the Role:

This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who thrives on building strong teams, driving business performance, and cultivating influential client and community relationships. The VP will partner closely with the Region Director and leadership team to guide strategy, ensure operational excellence, and champion the people in the Phoenix office.

Benefits:

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage

  • 401(k) with company plan

  • HSA and FSA options

  • Life, AD&D, short- and long-term disability

  • Professional and personal development support

  • Generous PTO

  • Commuter and wellness benefits

About Us:

Michael Baker International is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction, and program management. Founded in 1933, we have over 100 offices nationwide and 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. We Make a Difference.

EEO Statement:

Michael Baker International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunity for all persons in all facets of employment. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status. EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.

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