Technical Manager- Structures

Job Description

BRIDGE PRACTICE

Michael Baker International addresses bridge design, construction, and preservation challenges with innovative and sustainable solutions.

Leveraging our depth and versatility, we've 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.

We remain at the forefront of bridge innovation and demonstrate continued leadership by applying the latest advancements in bridge design, construction, and inspection to our projects.

Our bridge teams collaborate nationwide to design and build innovative structures that serve as the backbone of our nation's infrastructure for the millions of people who safely travel across them each day.

Consistently ranked by Engineering News-Record as a Top 5 Bridge firm, Michael Baker International offers clients an integrated team of professional engineers versed in all aspects of bridge planning, design, permitting, analysis and construction management and inspection.

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, WI and we offer flexible hybrid work depending on client requirements.

Responsibilities include :

• 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
• Having 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

Minimum professional requirements include :

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Engineering Management, or similar degree with 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.
• 20 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 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 $131,176- $227,271 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.

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.