Department Manager, Active Transportation

Overview

Lead and manage active transportation projects and team in SoCal.

Key Responsibilities

• project planning
• design oversight
• active transportation
• budget management
• client management
• team leadership

Tasks

-Support business development efforts including proposal preparation, networking, and client engagement. -Lead and manage a multidisciplinary team delivering active transportation projects. -Develop scopes, budgets, and schedules; manage client relationships and ensure quality deliverables. -Oversee project planning, design, and implementation for pedestrian, bicycle, Safe Routes to School, and transit integration initiatives. -Mentor and inspire junior staff, fostering a culture of innovation and inclusion. -Serve as a senior technical expert and project manager on complex transportation projects. -Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to advance multimodal transportation goals.

Requirements

• autocad
• civil 3d
• pe license
• 10+ yrs
• 5+ yrs
• grant writing

What You Bring

-Proficiency in AutoCAD or MicroStation and Civil 3D or OpenRoads. -5+ years in project or design management with increasing responsibility. -Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred -Expertise in geometric design, ADA-compliant public spaces, roadway grading, drainage, and streetscape design elements. -10+ years of experience in roadway/highway design and construction documentation. -It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. -Experience working with disadvantaged communities or implementing Vision Zero strategies. -Experience with grant writing and funding acquisition for transportation projects. -Strong understanding of utility coordination, right-of-way impacts, and streetscape elements. -Passion for active transportation and multimodal design. -Bachelor’s or master’s degree in civil engineering or related field.

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Benefits

-401K Retirement Plan -Professional and personal development -Medical, dental, vision insurance -Generous paid time off -Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability -Health Savings Account (HSA) -Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) -Commuter and wellness benefits

About Michael Baker International

-Specializes in transportation, water resources, energy, and government-related projects, delivering high-quality solutions. -Known for its expertise in complex, multi-disciplinary projects that shape cities, regions, and transportation networks. -Works on a diverse range of projects including roadways, bridges, airports, water systems, and energy infrastructure. -Regularly supports local, state, and federal government agencies with crucial public infrastructure projects. -The firm’s legacy is built on delivering practical, sustainable, and forward-thinking solutions to challenging engineering problems. -Notable projects include major transportation systems, environmental remediation, and disaster recovery operations. -Employs cutting-edge technology and innovative approaches to solve the most pressing engineering challenges of today.

Sector Specialisms

Security Clearance

-pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks required.