BRIDGE PRACTICE

Michael Baker International has addressed bridge design, construction and preservation challenges with innovative and sustainable solutions. Exemplifying its depth and versatility in the bridge space, Michael Baker International, ranked Number Seven by Engineering News-Record in its annual ranking of Bridge Design Firms in the United States, has partnered with clients on a full spectrum of bridge types-from conventional grade separations to major, complex river crossings, including trusses, arches, box girders and cable-stayed bridges.

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker is growing and strengthening our Bridge practice and is seeking a motivated and dynamic Technical Manager to join our Wisconsin Bridge Team. In this role, you will partner closely with the department manager and play a key leadership role in delivering impactful transportation projects for WisDOT, other State DOTs, and local agencies.

This position is based in Milwaukee or Madison, WI, with flexible hybrid work options depending on project and client needs. It is an excellent opportunity for an experienced bridge professional who enjoys technical leadership, mentoring others, and contributing to the growth of a collaborative and respected practice.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced engineers and technicians
• Serve as a technical lead on bridge and transportation structure projects at the local, regional, and national level
• Lead technical discussions with clients and act as a trusted advisor
• Oversee production and technical quality for a designated team, ensuring project success
• Perform and oversee advanced structural analyses and design efforts
• Monitor all bridge-related projects within the office and offer support when technical challenges arise
• Lead multiple teams and/or large projects, mentoring staff and supporting professional development
• Ensure project quality standards, schedules, and deadlines are met
• Prepare scopes of work and cost estimates for proposals and pursuits
• Contribute to proposal development, capture planning, and shortlist presentations
• Build, maintain, and strengthen client relationships while supporting business development efforts
• Coordinate and review work performed by internal staff and subconsultant design teams
• Collaborate with engineers, planners, and multidisciplinary teams to develop project strategies and teaming arrangements
• Participate in internal and external professional development activities

Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Engineering Management, or a related field
• 10+ years of progressively responsible experience in bridge design and transportation structures
• Master's degree or higher is preferred
• Wisconsin Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 6 months
• PE or SE licensure in additional states is a plus
• Strong knowledge of AASHTO LRFD, AISC, ACI, and other North American design codes
• Experience delivering bridge projects for WisDOT and local agencies
• Demonstrated experience managing transportation projects from both technical and financial perspectives
• Experience with alternative delivery methods is preferred
• Design experience with multiple bridge types in concrete and steel, including staged construction analysis
• Familiarity with load rating and structural analysis software such as BrR, MIDAS, and/or LARSA
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related programs
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to lead and supervise engineering staff
• Strong leadership, project management, and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop engineering staff
• Ability to build strong client relationships and contribute to business development and proposal efforts

COMPENSATION

The approximate compensation range for this position is $102, 478- $236, 362 per year. 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.

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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, 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. 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 is growing and strengthening our Bridge practice and is seeking a motivated and dynamic Technical Manager to join our Wisconsin Bridge Team. In this role, you will partner closely with the department manager and play a key leadership role in delivering impactful transportation projects for WisDOT, other State DOTs, and local agencies.This position is based in Milwaukee or Madison, WI, with flexible hybrid work options depending on project and client needs. It is an excellent opportunity for an experienced bridge professional who enjoys technical leadership, mentoring others, and contributing to the growth of a collaborative and respected practice.