Technical Manager - Bridge (Finance)

BRIDGE PRACTICE

Michael Baker International has addressed bridge design, construction and preservation challenges with innovative and sustainable solutions. Exemplifying its depth and versatility in the bridge space, Michael Baker International, ranked Number Seven by Engineering News-Record in its annual ranking of Bridge Design Firms in the United States, has partnered with clients on a full spectrum of bridge types-from conventional grade separations to major, complex river crossings, including trusses, arches, box girders and cable-stayed bridges.

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker is currently looking to grow and enhance our Bridge practice and we are seeking a motivated and dynamic Technical Manager to be a part of our Wisconsin Transportation Team. The ideal candidate will work directly under the supervision of the department manager and focus on delivering transportation projects for wide variety of clients including WisDOT and other state DOTs along with Local Agencies. This position is based in Milwaukee or Madison, WI and we offer flexible hybrid work depending on client requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide technical guidance to less experienced personnel on specific tasks
• Be aware of all projects with structure involvement in the office. Offer technical assistance as needed to ensure the success of projects and guidance when challenges arise
• Lead technical discussions with clients
• Serve as a technical lead on projects both locally and at a regional and national level
• Responsible for production and project oversight of a designated team
• Responsible for performing and overseeing advanced technical analyses
• Lead multiple teams and/or large projects, overseeing the work, mentoring, and developing staff to promote career development
• Drive growth of key technical areas by leading and contributing to proposals and proactively establishing, building, and maintaining client relationships
• Have a broad understanding of structural design, including inter-discipline knowledge to guide and communicate on large-scale projects
• Prepare scope of work and cost estimates for proposals
• Satisfy project requirements by ensuring that quality standards and deadlines are met.
• Participate in internal and external professional development activities
• Direct, coordinate, and review work performed by internal staff and subconsultant design teams
• Work with a team of engineers and planners to develop strategies and teaming arrangements to pursue projects
• Assist in developing pursuit capture plans and short list presentations

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Engineering Management, or similar degree with 10-20 years of bridge related design experience. Masters degree or higher is preferred.
• A Wisconsin P.E. or the ability to obtain within 6 months. Having a PE or SE registration in other states is a plus.
• 10 + years of progressively responsible experience working on bridge design projects
• Familiarity with AASHTO LRFD bridge design; AISC, ACI and other North American design codes
• Experience with Alternative delivery methods is preferred
• Demonstrated ability leading and managing the design and detailing of complex transportation structures, with an emphasis on experience and knowledge of the design, analysis, inspection and maintenance of highway and railroad bridges
• Experience with the design of multiple bridge types in concrete and steel, and knowledge of staged construction analysis
• Experience with load rating and structural analysis software such as BrR, Midas and/or LARSA
• Demonstrated experience in the management of transportation projects and programs with a successful history of delivery from both a technical and financial perspective
• Knowledge of work related to delivering a bridge project for WisDOT, and other Local Agencies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related programs
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to direct and supervise staff engineers and technicians
• Strong leadership, project management skills and the ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to mentor engineering staff
• Strong client relationships and the ability to participate in business development and proposal preparation

COMPENSATION

The approximate compensation range for this position is $102,478- $236,362 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.

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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.

Michael Baker is currently looking to grow and enhance our Bridge practice and we are seeking a motivated and dynamicTechnical Managerto be a part of our Wisconsin Transportation Team. The ideal candidate will work directly under the supervision of the department manager and focus on delivering transportation projects for wide variety of clients including WisDOT and other state DOTs along with Local Agencies. This position is based in Milwaukee or Madison, WI and we offer flexible hybrid work depending on client requirements.