Department Manager - Bridge Engineering at Michael Baker International in Cary, North Carolina

Job Description:

WHO WE ARE

Join Michael Baker International, a global leader in Engineering, Architecture, and Consulting. We're dedicated to solving infrastructure and environmental challenges worldwide. With 4,000 employees in nearly 100 US locations, we provide comprehensive engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, and construction management.

BRIDGE PRACTICE

Michael Baker International provides innovative and balanced solutions for bridge design, construction, and preservation challenges. Our expertise covers a wide range of bridge types, including conventional-grade separations and complex river crossings such as trusses, arches, box girders, and cable-stayed bridges.

Michael Baker International, consistently recognized as a Top 5 Bridge firm by Engineering News-Record, provides clients with a coordinated team of skilled engineers proficient in all aspects of bridge planning, design, permitting, analysis, and construction management and inspection.

DESCRIPTION

The Michael Baker Cary office has experienced significant growth in recent years. In addition, Michael Baker is expanding its national bridge practice. To support this growth, the Cary office is seeking a Bridge Department Manager. This role will focus on completing technical work, mentoring junior staff, and driving the overall growth of the Bridge Department. The ideal candidate will be a leader who collaborates with office and regional counterparts to deliver high-quality engineering services across the country. You will have the opportunity to contribute to business strategy, work with project teams, and help expand our project portfolio and client base.

Bridge Department Manager - Will be responsible for technical oversight, staff development, contract management, technical and cost proposal development, project performance and client management for targeted statewide clients. Lead the Bridge Group by providing team management and oversight for Bridge Design and Bridge Inspection. Assistance in the development of proposals and Expressions of Interest for our primary clients and partners. Participation in industry Society functions is also encouraged.

You will bring to bear your engineering knowledge and skills to manage the preparation of engineering plans, calculations, and reports, technical specifications, and construction estimates and schedules. You will have the opportunity to instruct and guide junior engineers in the development of engineering reports and analyses.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Most days will be spent in the office leading structures tasks, project management, bridge analysis and/or preparation of engineering designs.
• Mentor and supervise engineers in their assignments, which include preparing studies, reports, and supporting documentation for Bridge projects. Also, oversee the creation of quantities and construction cost estimates, as well as construction drawings.
• Other days you will help prepare technical proposals and reports or meet with client representatives on projects.
• You will occasionally visit project sites to assess existing infrastructure conditions and document them. You may also offer construction support for transportation-related projects.
• Have an extensive understanding of all elements of bridge and structural design, load rating, and safety inspection.
• Lead marketing efforts including active participation in professional associations and boards, publishing technical articles, and presentations at technical conferences.
• Help Michael Baker International find innovative solutions to transportation challenges, big and small, and Make a Difference for our clients and communities!

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering, or equivalent experience, and a minimum of 15 years of progressive structures engineering design experience and 8+ years of project management experience.
• Ideal candidates will have extensive experience with NCDOT- in support of Baker's Structures Management Unit On-call contract, as well as other key NCDOT Statewide contracts requiring structural support.
• A Professional Engineering license in NC required. Professional Engineering license in SC, VA, and MD is a plus.
• Ability to partner with coworkers and clients at different levels.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communications, excellent organizational skills, and strong project management skills.
• Experience with and understanding of AASHTO LRFD design and complex structural analysis software such as Midas and STAAD is required.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite of products is required.
• Experience with road and/or rail bridge rehabilitation design, and rating analysis is desired. Experience with additional transportation/infrastructure agencies located in the Mid-Atlantic is also desired.
• Desired: Experience managing projects involving various fields such as roadway, drainage, geotechnical, environmental, etc. Also, experience supervising the execution, financial performance, and quality assurance of multiple simultaneous projects.

COMPENSATION

The salary range for this position is approximately $160,000 to $200,000. Please note that the actual compensation may vary based on factors such as education, qualifications, experience, abilities, and physical work location

BENEFITS

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability
• Professional and personal development
• Generous paid time off
• Commuter and wellness benefits

TheDepartment Manager - Bridge Design is responsible for performing technical oversight, staff development, contract management, technical and cost proposal development, project performance and client management for targeted statewide clients. Lead the Bridge Group by providing team management and oversight for Bridge Design and Bridge Inspection. Assistance in the development of proposals and Expressions of Interest for our primary clients and partners. Participation in industry Society functions is also expected.

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