Senior Bridge Technical Manager

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 International is seeking a highly motivated SeniorBridge Technical Manager to join our team.

This position will report through the Chicago, IL office, with the option of working remotely,and will be focused on the project design and management.

The Senior Bridge Technical Manager is a key role for an established industry leader and technical specialist who can advance the growth of Michael Baker in Illinois and contribute to projects across the bridge practice.

Under the guidance of the Bridge Design Department Manager, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to pursue, lead, managed and perform bridge engineering services on a variety of high visibility projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES


* Provide technical and management expertise and guidance to staff; provide technical reassurance to Michael Baker clients and stakeholders.


* Coordinates tasks and project schedules


* Communicates with clients regarding project issues, schedules, and budgets


* Provide technical advisory services to clients within the area of subject matter expertise.


* Maintain awareness of relevant technical developments and seek opportunities to develop a professional profile and thought leadership through presentations at relevant conferences/meetings and active participation in technical committees for industry organizations


* Leads or assists with proposal production and implementing marketing initiatives


* May be responsible for teaching educational courses


* May serve as the project 'task manager' responsible for bridge engineering services or project manager, leading multi-disciplinary projects and client coordination.


* Performs detailed technical peer reviews


* Responsible for maintaining technical knowledge through completion of various training initiatives; attending seminars, reviewing professional publications, attending in-house systems/management training


* Staff management and mentoring


* Verifying that quality standards and project deadlines are met


* Maintaining client satisfaction


* Oversight of project safety Health and Safety Plan


* Direct coordination with the client's Project Representatives


* Providing regular status reports to Bridge DesignDepartment Manager

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS


* Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineeringor related field; Master's Degree is a plus


* 20+years ofr...