Bridge Department 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

The Charleston Bridge Department Manager is responsible for leading a group of bridge engineers and technicians to complete engineering projects, bridge inspections, and studies in support of transportation infrastructure.

The selected candidate will perform technical oversight, staff development, contract management, technical and cost proposal development, project performance and client management for targeted statewide clients.

Project work will specifically focus on bridge, retaining walls, highway, and road projects for state and local agencies.

Project management will be part of the overall Department Manager duties.

As a key part of our Charleston, WV Structures/Transportation Team, you will work with Michael Baker's senior management and staff to:


* Lead the direction, strategic vision, and culture of the Charleston Bridge Department.


* Collaborate with Regional and National Bridge Practice Leads, as well as structural engineers from other Michael Baker offices around the country, and will be part of a dynamic team responsible for expanding the structural engineering practice servicing state, county, and municipal clients.


* Participate in ongoing strategic positioning for new project opportunities in the State of West Virginia.


* Prepare technical and cost proposals to win work.


* Manage client relationships and client engagement to best serve the interests of the client and Michael Baker.


* Be responsible for successful contracting, project execution, and quality while working closely with regional Michael Baker International staff and office leadership.


* Manage and deliver structural engineering projects for transportation and other clients.


* Manage a staff of professionals, with responsibilities including staffing and workshare, training, mentoring, career development and performance reviews.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS


* Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Engineering Management, or similar degree with 10+ years of bridge related design experience.

Master's degree or higher is preferred.


* A West Virginia P.E.


* 5+ years of project management experience with West Virginia Department of Transportation and/or municipalities.


* Familiarity with AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications, AASHTO Manual for Bridge Evaluation, and the West Virginia Department of Transportation's LRFD Bridge Design Manual and Brid...