Construction Services Department Manager - Transportation Infrastructure at Michael Baker International in Hamilton, New Jersey

Job Description:

CONSTRUCTION SERVICES PRACTICE

Michael Baker International's Construction Services staff supports clients by acting as their trusted on-site agent through all phases of construction, from pre-design to close-out, by providing qualified construction managers, inspectors, constructability reviewers, schedulers, estimators and safety experts. As new technologies evolve throughout the construction industry, innovative ideas are required to maintain and deliver successful construction projects.

DESCRIPTION

The Construction Services Department Manager will be responsible for business development, quality control/quality assurance, staff utilization, financial management, production/project oversight, and the safety of the team for the Michael Baker International Construction Services group in New Jersey. You will lead the statewide Construction Services practice as a seller/doer while assigned as Project Manager or Construction Manager, as required. You will also direct a team of field personnel on a host of projects consisting of Roadway, Bridge, Rail and Transit, Aviation, Water and Wastewater, and related Construction Management and Construction Inspection projects.

You will be responsible for developing and growing the team as well as developing and maintaining positive client relations, including monitoring client satisfaction. The successful candidate will also possess deep experience with more than fifteen years managing projects for NJDOT, NJTA, SJTA, PANYNJ, and/or NJTRANSIT.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Directs and coordinates activities of the Department for attainment of office goals
• Responsible for developing and implementing strategic goals for the New Jersey Construction Services practice and collaborating with office leadership
• Reviews analyzes project staffing activities, costs, operations, and forecast data to determine the Department progress toward stated goals and objectives
• Responsible for the Departmental business development and marketing/teaming strategies including proposal technical writing
• Responsible for developing and monitoring the Department budget and staff utilization
• Manages recruitment activities including attracting top talent and facilitating on-boarding of new team members
• Provides leadership and direction by mentoring and motivating staff on issues such as training, performance feedback, technical guidance, financial management, and client relations
• Resolves personnel issues, such as marginal performance, policy interpretations, and succession planning
• Participates in internal and external professional development activities
• Lead Department compliance and adherence to quality management and quality assurance practices
• Maintains current knowledge regarding applicable regulatory, legal, industry practice and company/ client standards of procedure (SOPs)
• Manages and/or delivers projects on-time, safely, under budget, and of the utmost quality

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, and/or related field
• 20+ years of Construction Management experience with highway construction and/or structural components (bridges, retaining walls, sign structures, culverts, etc.), including earthwork, concrete and asphalt paving construction, drainage, water quality basins and utility construction
• NJ Professional Engineer (PE) preferred or NICET level III/IV Highway Construction Inspection certification is required
• Prior Construction Management/Resident Engineering experience and positive working relationships with NJDOT, NJTA, SJTA, PANYNJ, and/or NJTRANSIT
• Valid certifications in ACI Field Concrete Testing, NJ Society of Asphalt Technician certification (NJSAT) or NECEPT), Rutgers TCP. ACI CCTC certification desirable
• Knowledge of FAA reporting requirements is desirable
• Experience delivering large construction projects valued between $30 - $200M+
• Working knowledge of E-builder, Microsoft Office Suite, BlueBeam, Adobe Pro, and Scheduling Platforms

The approximate compensation range for this position is $175,000 to $ 220,000. 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.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 80 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 Affirmative Action/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.The Construction Services Department Manager will be responsible forbusiness development, quality control/quality assurance, staff utilization, financial management, production/project oversight, and the safety of the team for the Michael Baker International Construction Services group in New Jersey. You will leadthe statewide Construction Services practice as a seller/doer while assigned as Project Manager or Construction Manager, as required. You will also directa team of field personnel on a host of projects consisting of Roadway, Bridge, Rail and Transit, Aviation,Water and Wastewater, and related Construction Management and Construction Inspection projects. You will be responsible for developing and growing the team as well as developing and maintaining positive client relations, including monitoring client satisfaction. The successful candidate will also possessdeep experience withmore than fifteen years managing projects for NJDOT, NJTA, SJTA, PANYNJ, and/or NJTRANSIT.