California Transportation and Bridge Lead

Description

• Mentor and develop emerging leaders and technical staff.
• Coordinate regularly with Office Executives, Department Managers, and Regional Practice Leads to ensure seamless project execution and resource alignment.
• Represent Michael Baker strategically at industry events, conferences, and technical committees to elevate our brand and thought leadership.
• Lead business development and client engagement strategies to expand our Transportation and Bridge portfolio across California.
• Serve as Program Manager, Project Principal, or Technical Advisor on key transportation projects.
• Partner with local and regional leadership to align technical capabilities with market needs and client expectations.
• Provide technical oversight and mentorship to project teams, ensuring quality, innovation, and compliance with industry standards.
• Monitor project performance, quality assurance, and financial metrics to ensure successful outcomes.
• Support recruiting efforts to attract top talent and build a high-performing team
• Support pursuit strategies and proposal development for major regional and national opportunities.
• Foster cross-discipline collaboration to deliver integrated solutions and leverage firm-wide capabilities.
• Promote a culture of innovation, and continuous improvement across all operations.
• Lead the Identification and pursuit of new opportunities, including alternative delivery methods (e.g., design-build, P3).
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with clients, partners, and industry stakeholders.

Requirements

• Experience with multiple project delivery methods, including alternative delivery
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills
• Recognized industry leader with a strong professional network in California
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required; SE or AICP a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master’s preferred)
• Proven success in strategic business growth, business development, project delivery, and team leadership
• 20+ years of progressive experience in transportation infrastructure, with a focus on Transportation and bridges

Benefits

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

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance