Project Manager - Water Resources

Job Description

WATER RESOURCES PRACTICE

Michael Baker International's Water Group provides innovative consulting, planning and engineering solutions for the entire spectrum of the water cycle.

We have proven experience in providing a full range of professional services from scientific and technical analysis, concept through design, and construction support services.

Protection and management of water resources starts at the watershed level and follows the movement of water through urban and agricultural areas, streams, lakes and reservoirs, water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, and water / wastewater treatment plants.

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker is seeking a highly motivated Project Manager - Water Resources with experience managing transportation and water design projects, while maintaining schedules and budgets.

This position also has the capability to be an Assistant Department Manager based on qualifications, experience, and skillset.

The Project Manager will perform and review both hydrologic and hydraulic (1D and 2D) modeling and scour analysis for riverine and tidal studies and culvert / bridge replacement projects.

The individual will be expected to review and coordinate work with other H&H staff, train junior staff and attend project staff meeting both internally and with various clients.

Extensive experience with client / permitting agencies, adept with professional networking and demonstrate a desire to further develop Michael Baker International's water services in the northeast is a must.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as Project and / or Technical Manager for both large and small water / wastewater infrastructure improvements.
• Experience with (but not limited to) Hydrologic and Hydraulic Modeling (including steady, unsteady and 2D), drainage design, storm water management design and regulations, water / wastewater treatment and conveyance systems, MS4 Compliance.
• Lead the technical proposal development related to flood studies.
• Oversee the development of design drawings and reports.
• Invoice projects, track schedules and budgets.
• Independently perform, review and train others on H&H modeling and scour (tidal and fluvial).
• Manage and teach junior staff.
• Attend and facilitate project meetings and prepare / make presentations.
• Build and manage relationships with various clients.
• Bring relationships with other large consulting firms and partnership ideas.
• Coordinate and manage subconsultants and contractors.
• Oversee post design / construction services.
• Direct both Design-Bid-Build and Design Build projects.
• Clients : NYSDOT, NYCDEP, NYCDDC, NYCDOT, PANYNJ, Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission, North Hudson Sewerage Authority, FEMA, NJDOT, NJTA, SJTA, NJTPA, City of Newark, NJDEP, New Jersey American Water, County and Local MUAs

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• 10+ years of experience managing water resources tasks / projects required with an H&H focus.
• Professional Engineer licensed in New York preferred. New Jersey and Pennsylvania (or the ability to obtain within 6 months) attractive.
• Proficiency in ARC GIS, HEC-RAS, HEC-RAS 2D and SRH 2D preferred.
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Access).
• Strong communication and written skills, time management, ability to multitask and prioritize competing project obligations.
• Ability to work well on a team, provide feedback, train and motivate junior staff.
• Collaborate with regional water teams for project resource management, workshare, and pursuits.
• Professionally represent Michael Baker International with agency staff, clients, contractors, and professional organization

COMPENSATION

The approximate compensation range for this position is $126,178 to $197,054. 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.

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 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.