Resident Engineer at Michael Baker International in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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 4,000 employees across 85 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/.

RAIL & TRANSIT PRACTICE

Whether moving people or freight, future rail and transit solutions will be determined by energy prices, a shift toward urban living and growing environmental concerns. Michael Baker helps freight, authority and state Department of Transportation clients meet these modern challenges by providing services that address key industry issues such as state of good repair, capacity, safety, community livability, asset management and maintenance, planning and development for new projects, and the promotion of environmental stewardship and sustainability.

We provide value by first understanding our clients' needs, then working with them as a partner to identify innovative and cost-effective solutions that optimize their opportunities for success.

DESCRIPTION

As part of Michael Baker International's growing Construction Services Practice, the Resident Engineer will be responsible for supporting the Rail & Transit market in Philadelphia, PA, primarily for local rail and transit clients. The successful candidate will be responsible for on-site overall management and direction of assigned rail and transit construction projects across the Philadelphia Region.

This is an opportunity to grow and develop and work on a diverse group of rail and transit projects in construction and program management services. This individual is tasked with leading construction services projects to which they are assigned and working closely with clients on project sites to coordinate and execute construction projects. The Resident Engineer will work on a broad range of projects with an emphasis on passenger rail and transit in the Philadelphia Region and work closely with clients to develop strong relationships in construction delivery.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee capital construction projects for transportation rail and transit projects including rail and transit agencies.
• Evaluate and review contract documents, work plans, schedules, phasing plans submitted by contractors.
• Develop staffing plans and assemble members of a construction organization if needed.
• Work closely with client project staff.
• Verify appropriate project documentation.
• Prepare complex correspondence.
• Lead regular project progress meetings with contractor and client.
• Oversee work in progress to ensure that workmanship, conforms with specifications and plans, adherence to schedule.
• Prepare or reviews reports on progress, materials used and costs, and adjustments to work schedules.
• Provide management, inspection, field engineering, technical advisement for issues related to the construction of the assigned project.
• Coordinate work with contractors and owners, other government agencies as might be required.
• Manage project documentation such as RFIs, Submittals, Site Specific Work Plans, Phasing Plans, Contractor Staging Plans, Quality Control Documents, PCOs, COs, etc.
• Support client in development of change order scopes of work and / or cost estimates.
• Verify construction activities within federal, state, and local rules and regulations.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• 10-15 years of experience in the construction management profession.
  
  
  • Rail and Transit capital construction experience preferred (but not required).
  • Strong background in capital construction management with engineering degree may be valued over rail and transit experience.
  
  
• Professional Engineers license required; PA License Preferred
• Must have effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a wide range of technical specialists, clients, and public officials.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work in a collaborative manner with a diverse group will be professionals on construction projects.
• Review, monitor, and understand engineering design and operational information, and to present and review this information with staff, management, and clients.
• Demonstrated experience in Scheduling (P6, CPM Scheduling, etc.)
• Aptitude for communicating with owner / client staff, contractors, and subconsultants.
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Possess a passion for Michael Baker International's mission and a readiness to Make a Difference.

COMPENSATION
The approximate compensation range for this position is $115,478- $200,051 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.As part of Michael Baker International's growing Construction Services Practice, the Resident Engineer will be responsible for supporting the Rail & Transit market in Philadelphia, PA, primarily for local rail and transit clients. The successful candidate will be responsible for on-site overall management and direction of assigned rail and transit construction projects across the Philadelphia Region.

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