Department Manager - Civil Engineering at Michael Baker International in Alexandria, Virginia

Job Description:

WHO WE ARE

Michael Baker International is a leading provider of architectural, engineering and consulting services , including design, planning, environmental, construction and program management. The company provides its comprehensive range of services and solutions to support U.S. federal, state, and municipal governments, foreign allied governments, and a wide range of commercial clients. Michael Baker's more than 3,000 employees across nearly 100 locations are committed to a culture of innovation, collaboration and technological advancement to help solve challenges for clients and communities throughout the country. To learn more, visit https://mbakerintl.com/ .

CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL PRACTICE

Michael Baker International's civil engineering professionals manage and staff active projects in over 40 countries on five continents. Services are provided for a broad range of projects and capabilities, including highways, airports, bridges, rail and transit systems, government and commercial facilities, water and wastewater infrastructure, oil and gas infrastructure, and commercial/urban development. Our fields of expertise span all areas of civil engineering and include an extensive variety of specialty disciplines, such as environmental compliance and restoration, coastal engineering, urban development, and mining.

DESCRIPTION

The Michael Baker Alexandria office has seen significant growth over the course of the last few years. Additionally, Michael Baker continues to expand its local civil engineering practice, and to enable continued growth in Virginia and the greater DC Metro area, Michael Baker's Alexandria office seeks a Department Manager who will be focused on mentoring staff, overseeing technical work, and overall growth of the Civil Engineering Department.

We are looking for a leader who will participate in the office leadership team while also collaborating with their counterparts in our other regional offices to provide high quality civil engineering services. You will be directly involved with development and implementation of a business strategy and work with project teams while also helping to win work and expand our project portfolio and client base, primarily with municipal and state clients. You will be responsible for performing technical oversight, staff development, contract management, technical and cost proposal development, project performance, and client management for targeted clients across Virginia, Maryland, and DC.

You will leverage your engineering knowledge and skills to help your team in the preparation of civil engineering plans, site development projects, permit acquisitions, calculations, and reports, technical specifications, and construction services. You will have the opportunity to instruct and guide engineers in the development of engineering reports and analyses. Other essential skills include: Leadership and collaboration within a multi-disciplined team environment; Problem solving and creative thinking; Attention to detail and delivering high-quality services.

We encourage all employees to maintain a healthy work-life balance focused on blending family and professional career. This position is considered hybrid. The candidate will be able to work remotely part-time and will be expected to report to the Alexandria office at least 2-3 days a week.

General responsibilities of the successful candidate will include:

• Assist with leading and growing the local civil engineering practice
• Foster growth with existing and new clients through exceptional communication, collaboration, and problem solving
• Lead design teams through development of project design and construction documents, including preparation of plans, design reports, cost estimates, specifications, permits, and construction services
• Take ownership and commitment to adhering to project timelines, budgets, project efficiency, and identifying, managing and tracking project changes
• Make staff assignments to maintain utilization and technical excellence
• Communicate client objectives, provide constructive feedback and mentoring, and identify and share lessons learned with teams
• Assure that technical quality of projects is achieved and enforce application of QA/QC process standards and requirements
• Develop civil engineering related proposals, scopes, and fees
• Responsible for performance evaluations, work allocation, training, and mentoring of staff
• Apply industry knowledge and professional experience to solve design challenges and develop and improve programmatic procedures.
• Actively assist leadership and business development teams with growth planning and actively engaging in project pursuits

• Must possess strong project management skills relating to design, coordination, and time management.
• Be a proactive resource to project teams in their decision-making processes and in the development of technically sound and innovative planning and design solutions.
• Develop and maintain positive client relations. Communicate design, construction, and other issues to clients in a clear and compelling way.
• Capable of leading project teams through design, permitting, and construction services for multiple projects simultaneously.
• Participate in marketing campaigns and interview teams, prepare proposals, and develop fees.
• Work closely with Sales Leads to track and support opportunities for key markets
• Demonstrated history of successful leadership and design of complex civil engineering projects, including design, permitting, and construction services
• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering
• At least 15 years of related civil engineering experience
• Professional Engineering license is required - preferably VA and MD
• Project Management Professional (PMP) is preferable
• Additional credentials and certifications are a plus

COMPENSATION

The approximate compensation range for this position $100,942.40 - $174,865.60 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.

BENEFITS

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 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

MICHAEL BAKER INTERNATIONAL EEO STATEMENT

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.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.

*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.Michael Baker International is a leading provider ofarchitectural, engineering and consulting services,including design, planning, environmental, construction and program management.The company provides its comprehensive range of services and solutions to support U.S. federal, state, and municipal governments, foreign allied governments, and a wide range of commercial clients. Michael Baker's more than 3,000 employees across nearly 100 locations are committed to a culture of innovation, collaboration and technological advancement to help solve challenges for clients and communities throughout the country. To learn more, visithttps://mbakerintl.com/.