DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker International is seeking a highly motivated Senior Bridge Technical Manager to join our team. This position can be worked remotely, with the ideal candidate physically located within the greater Des Moines/Ames, Iowa area. The position will report to the Chicago, IL office until an office is established within Iowa. The Senior Bridge Technical Manager is a key role for an established industry leader and technical specialist who can advance the growth of Michael Baker in Iowa and contribute to projects across the nation.

The Senior Bridge Technical Manager will be responsible to lead growth of new work and clients within Iowa and will support the bridge practice nationally to develop innovative and value-added solutions to various bridge design and preservation challenges. In this role they will pursue, lead, manage, and perform bridge engineering services on a variety of high visibility projects.

Duties will consist of the following:

• Provide regional and national leadership in the growth, capture, and delivery of professional services contracts with an emphasis in bridge preservation.
• Provide technical and management expertise and guidance to staff; provide technical reassurance to Michael Baker clients and stakeholders.
• Provide assistance to National Directors, Regional Practice Leads, and Bridge Technical Directors related to pursuits, lending technical input to strategy and proposals.
• Implement innovation in technical solutions and undertake technical reviews for deliverables.
• Provide technical advisory services to clients within the area of subject matter expertise.
• Maintain awareness of relevant technical developments and seek opportunities to develop a professional profile and thought leadership through presentations at relevant conferences/meetings; actively participate in technical committees for industry organizations and standards in bridge preservation and service life planning/design.
• Assist in the development of firm-wide talent through coaching, mentoring and recruiting.
• Responsible for maintaining technical knowledge through completion of various training initiatives; attending seminars, reviewing professional publications, and attending in-house training.
• Verifying that quality standards and project deadlines are met.
• Maintaining client satisfaction.
• Direct coordination with the client representatives.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field; Master's Degree is a plus.
• 20+ years of related experience.
• Licensed Iowa Professional Engineer (PE); Licensure in other states is a plus.
• Experience with bridge preservation and maintenance policies and procedures
• Experience with innovative and value-added bridge design and construction solutions.
• Possess excellent client skills and ability to enhance and develop solid client relationships.
• Leadership experience with applicable industry and professional organizations.
• Ability to work independently and within a team setting to support related projects and assignments.
• Ability to assist in developing strategic approaches and concepts.
• Possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent English language skills, written and verbal.
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, Excel) etc., and familiarity and experience with computer-aided bridge design and analysis tools.

COMPENSATION

The salary range for this position is $136, 427- $236, 371. This will be dependent on the experience and expertise of the incoming candidate.

BENEFITS

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Flexible Location and/or Remote Work (based on level of experience)
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401k 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

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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 nearly 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.

We Make a Difference.

Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs 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, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status 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. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

*There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.

Michael Baker International is seeking a highly motivated Senior Bridge Technical Manager to join our team. This position can be worked remotely, with the ideal candidate physically located within the greater Des Moines/Ames, Iowa area. The position will report to the Chicago, IL office until an office is established within Iowa. The Senior Bridge Technical Manager is a key role for an established industry leader and technical specialist who can advance the growth of Michael Baker in Iowa and contribute to projects across the nation.