Michael Baker International
Drainage Project Manager
1255 Fourier Drive, Suite 100, Madison, WI 53717
Hybrid · Full-time · $107k–$154k (as posted)
First seen by offpeak October 4, 2026
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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 a Drainage Project Manager to join our Transportation team in Madison, Wisconsin. The Drainage Project Manager will provide engineering design leadership and oversight for the successful delivery of transportation and public works projects throughout Wisconsin. This role includes leading and mentoring project teams in hydrology and hydraulics (H&H) design and plan preparation for roadway, highway, and freeway projects for WisDOT, municipalities, counties, and other public agencies.
What You'll Do:- Demonstrate expertise with WisDOT and public works infrastructure projects
- Provide engineering design and oversight for hydrology and hydraulics (drainage) projects throughout Wisconsin
- Lead and mentor project teams in H&H design and plan preparation for roadway, highway, and freeway projects
- Lead plan production for conventional design-bid-build and design-build highway projects
- Review the work of other professionals, including QA/QC, mentoring, training, and staff development
- Maintain a broad understanding of highway transportation facility design, including roadway elements, hydrology and hydraulics, structures, and traffic-related items
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Wisconsin or ability to obtain a Wisconsin PE license within six months of hire
- 10+ years of experience working on transportation design projects, including at least 2 years of team leadership or management experience
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, HY-8, XPSWMM, and/or ArcGIS
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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