Senior Bridge Project 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 six 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.

What We’re Looking For:

Michael Baker International is seeking a highly motivated Senior Bridge Project Manager in support of our growing bridge practice. This position can sit in Austin/Round Rock, Houston, San Antonio, or the Dallas office. The ideal candidate will be able to lead and perform conventional and complex bridge and structure designs, detailing and load ratings. You will feel a sense of pride in knowing that you are helping Michael Baker International provide innovative solutions to transportation challenges, big and small, and Making a Difference for the clients and communities we serve!

What You’ll Do: 

• Serve as the structural task manager on conventional and complex multi-discipline projects from pursuits, schematics, final design through construction
• Supervise the preparation of drawings for structural plans
• Perform and manage structure load ratings on conventional and complex bridges using hand calculations through finite element methods
• Strong technical ability able to lead, perform, and check bridge and structure designs to ensure accuracy with design codes and client requirements
• Coordinate with engineers and technicians to ensure accurate deliverables meeting client expectations
• Demonstrate complete knowledge of CAD and Microsoft Office programs to produce high quality products
• Ability to coordinate and communicate with other disciplines effectively
• Review quantities and construction estimates prepared by others
• Review shop drawings for conformance with contract plans
• Prepare or review technical specifications
• Development of and adherence to scope, schedule, and budget for structural tasks
• Ability to support bridge and structure proposal development through strong technical writing
• Ability to develop creative and innovative cost saving modifications to conventional designs through construction/value engineering opportunities

What You Need to Succeed:

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering from ABET Accredited University – OR -
• Masters of Science from ABET Accredited University focusing on structures (preferred)
• 10 + years of bridge design and analysis experience
• Texas P.E. or ability to obtain within 6 months
• Experience with finite element analysis and bridge design software
• Familiarity with AASHTO, TxDOT design and construction standards
• Construction stage analysis experience
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Self-motivated, flexible, and able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational and time-management skills

Compensation

The approximate compensation range for this position is $111,000 to $187,000. 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

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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