Michael Baker International
Transportation Project Manager
1255 Fourier Drive, Suite 100, Madison, WI 53717
Hybrid · Full-time · $107k–$154k (as posted)
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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:Michael Baker International is seeking an experienced Transportation Project Manager to join our growing Wisconsin Transportation team. This role is ideal for a project manager with a strong background in roadway/highway design or traffic engineering who enjoys leading multidisciplinary teams and delivering complex transportation and public works projects for WisDOT and local municipalities.
In this role, you will provide technical leadership, project oversight, and client management support for roadway and traffic projects throughout Wisconsin, with opportunities to support projects nationally.
What You'll Do:- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in Wisconsin or ability to obtain within four months of hire
- PTOE certification is desirable for traffic focus project manager
- 10+ years of experience in transportation, roadway, and/or traffic engineering
- Demonstrated experience delivering WisDOT transportation projects
- Experience working with local municipalities and public works agencies
- Working knowledge of Civil 3D; experience with MicroStation/OpenRoads/GEOPAK is a plus
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
- 8+ years of progressive traffic engineering experience
- PE License in Michigan, or ability to obtain within 6 months of onboarding
- Experience with Open Roads Designer and drafting
- PTOE certification is (Desirable)
- Proficiency in Synchro/Vissim (Desirable)
Preferred Qualifications
- Established relationships with WisDOT and local communities
- Experience managing staff and technical teams
- Demonstrated success supporting pursuits and client development initiatives
Compensation:
The approximate compensation range for this position is $106,577 to $153,889 per year. 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 disability
- Professional and personal development
- Generous paid time off
- Commuter and wellness benefits
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