Senior Planning Lead / Project Manager

WHO WE ARE

Supported by more than 4,000 employees in nearly 100 locations across the United States, we provide a full continuum of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management.

Our clients include U.S.

federal, state and municipal governments, and a wide range of private and commercial clients.

Michael Baker is committed to delivering a standard of excellence that fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration and technological advancement to help solve our clients' complex challenges.

PLANNING PRACTICE

We create, integrate, visualize and communicate planning concepts as they move from the initial vision through implementation.

Our planning professionals build strong client partnerships, working with residents, businesses, developers, state and local governments, the military and other federal agencies to successfully plan the future of their communities or institutions.

At Michael Baker International, we focus on people and places, improving communities and creating more sustainable, convenient, equitable, healthful, efficient, and attractive places.

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker International's Santa Ana Office has seen significant growth over the past few years.

In support of that success, and to position us for future growth, the Michael Baker is looking for an exceptional person to serve as a Senior Planning Lead/Project Manager (SPL/PM), who will focus on winning and managing great projects, hiring skilled planners, and mentoring staff.

The SPL/PM will be responsible for leading and assisting with the growth of our robust team of experienced community planners, public engagement professionals, and project managers.

The ideal candidate will have experience managing general plan updates, general plan amendments, specific plans, and similar long-range planning projects.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record illustrating drive, intellectual curiosity, commitment to excellence, and a desire to make a difference in the communities we serve.

The SPL/PM will report to the Planning Department Manager.

We are looking for a leader who will participate on the department leadership team, while also collaborating with our counterparts in other regional offices.

The SPL/PM will be directly involved with development and implementation of a business strategy.

The SPL/PM will help win work, expand our project portfolio and client base (primarily with municipal and state clients across California).

As a leader, the SPL/PM will participate in senior managers' meetings and coordinate with other discipline leads throughout the region and nation.

The SPL/PM will also support programs and projects through our nationwide network of planners and will enjoy a diverse workload.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive connections with targeted client groups including, local municipalities, counties, and state governments, as well as private sector clients.

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