Project Manager

TRANSPORTATION PRACTICE

Consistently ranked by Engineering News-Record as a Top 20 transportation firm, Michael Baker International offers clients an integrated team of professionals versed in all aspects of transportation planning, design, permitting, and construction management and inspection.

In addition, Michael Baker International is a recognized leader in the practical aspects of operating and maintaining a safe and efficient transportation infrastructure.

What We're Looking For:

A seasoned Project Manager to lead Phase I and/or Phase II engineering design for IDOT and Illinois local agency projects in the Chicago area.

This role suits a technically strong leader who values client collaboration, team leadership, and successful delivery of public infrastructure projects in a hybrid work environment.

What You'll Do:


* Manage scope, schedule, budget, staffing, and delivery of municipal and local agency transportation projects


* Lead multidisciplinary teams and coordinate internal staff and subconsultants


* Oversee Phase I and Phase II design in accordance with IDOT standards and MFT requirements


* Monitor project performance, financials, schedules, and risk; prepare internal and client reports


* Maintain strong client relationships and support business development efforts


* Coordinate with regulatory agencies and ensure safety and compliance standards are met


* Approve project-related administrative items including timesheets and project charges


* Conduct QA/QC reviews and resolve technical challenges as projects progress


* Support proposal development and help position teams for future work opportunities


* Travel occasionally to support project and client needs

What You Need to Succeed:


* 10+ years of experience working on Illinois DOT and/or local agency transportation projects


* Required experience with IDOT Bureau of Local Roads projects; Tollway experience is a plus


* Project background in roadway, utilities, public works, streetscape, and federally funded programs


* Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering


* Illinois P.E.

license (or ability to obtain within six months)


* Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and change management skills


* Proficiency in MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, ProjectWise, Bluebeam, and MS Office


* Ability to manage teams across multiple offices and coordinate with clients and stakeholders

COMPENSATION

The approximate compensation range for this position is $115,478 to $180,344.

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.

Why Choose Us:


* Medical, dental, vision insurance


* 401k Retirement Plan


* Health Savings Account (HSA)


* Flexible Spending Account (FSA)


* Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disa...