Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

TRANSPORTATION PRACTICE

Consistently ranked by Engineering News-Record as a Top 20 transportation firm, Michael Baker International offers clients an integrated team of professionals versed in all aspects of transportation planning, design, permitting, and construction management and inspection. In addition, Michael Baker International is a recognized leader in the practical aspects of operating and maintaining a safe and efficient transportation infrastructure.

DESCRIPTION

As a Roadway Department Manager, you will be responsible for developing and maintain trusted adviser relationships with local clients as well as determining direction and leading market awareness to include involvement in professional associations, technical articles, conferences and boards. The Roadway Department Manager will work closely with the Office Executive and other local staff in the development of targeted client service action plans for WVDOT, counties, and cities. You will coordinate the staff workload with other transportation departments within Michael Baker International. In addition to being responsible for successful contracting and project execution, the Roadway Department Manager will lead and participate in developing pursuits and strategic positioning for major Transportation project opportunities, including alternative delivery projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Roadway Department Manager will be responsible for the growth and success of the Transportation Practices for the Charleston office. Leading and growing a dynamic team of engineers and designers in all aspects of design and plan preparation for roadway, highway, and interstate improvement projects for WVDOT, local counties and other local clients in West Virginia. Deliver projects per agreed to plan, budget, program, quality objectives and client satisfaction. Lead, assign, and review the 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. Identifying and managing risk. Responsible for hiring, development and retention of staff, including plans for staff reporting, performance and compensation reviews, and succession. Provide strategic planning while building and maintaining relationships with key client decision makers, keeping ahead of upcoming project advertisements and changes in the clients' organization. Serving as the lead interface with the client. Additionally, the Department Manager will lead proposal strategies, content, etc. and participate in the business development process to win work as well as they will be a visible and active member of the Transportation community through professional organization involvement.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field. 20+ Years of WVDOH roadway experience Professional Engineer (PE) License in West Virginia or PE Licensed in another state with the ability to become licensed in West Virginia within 6 months Demonstrated supervisor and mentoring skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, presentation skills, public speaking ability, and problem-solving skills are required. Experience overseeing successful project delivery. Proven track record of leading winning proposals.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree in engineering 15+ years relevant experience Established client relationships and experience with West Virginia Department of Transportation, local counties, or other West Virginia municipal clients. Project Management Professional (PMP)

COMPENSATION

The approximate compensation range for this position is $94,482 to $147,554. 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, 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.