Construction Inspection Operations Manager

CONSTRUCTION SERVICES PRACTICE

Michael Baker International's Construction Services staff supports clients by acting as their trusted on-site agent through all phases of construction, from pre-design to close-out, by providing qualified construction managers, inspectors, constructability reviewers, schedulers, estimatorsand safety experts.

As new technologies evolve throughout the construction industry, innovative ideas are required to maintain and deliver successful construction projects.

What We're Looking For:

Michael Baker is seeking a Construction Inspection Operations Manager who will be responsible for managing and growing the construction inspection group in PennDOT District 6-0, PennDOT District 5-0, the City of Philadelphia, DRPA, and surrounding regions.

The primary focus will be on business development, quality control/quality assurance, staff utilization, staff recruiting, staff development, financial management, production/project oversight, and the safety of the team for the MBI Construction Inspection group.

You will lead the Construction Inspection practice as a seller/doer while assigned as Project Manager or Construction Manager, as required.

You will also direct a team of field personnel and support staff on a host of projects consisting of Roadway, Bridge, Rail and Transit, Water and Wastewater, and Construction Inspection projects.

You will be responsible for developing and growing the team, as well as developing and maintaining positive client relations, including monitoring client satisfaction.

The successful candidate will also possess deep experience with extensive knowledge of PennDOT policies and procedures.

What You'll Do:


* Directs and coordinates activities of the Department for attainment of office goals


* Responsible for developing and implementing strategic goals for the Construction Services practice and collaborating with office leadership


* Reviews and analyzes project staffing activities, costs, operations, and forecast data to determine the Department progress toward stated goals and objectives


* Responsible for the Departmental business development and marketing/teaming strategies including proposal technical writing


* Responsible for developing and monitoring the Department budget and staff utilization


* Manages recruitment activities including attracting and retaining top talent and facilitating on-boarding of new team members


* Provides leadership and direction by mentoring and motivating staff on issues such as training, performance feedback, technical guidance, financial management, and client relations


* Resolves personnel issues, such as marginal performance, policy interpretations, and succession planning


* Participates in internal and external professional development activities


* Lead Department compliance and adherence to quality management and quality assurance practices


* Maintains current knowledge regarding applicable regulatory, l...