Department Manager, Transportation (Highway/Municipal)

Description

• Build and maintain strong client relationships with Caltrans, local cities, counties, and regional transportation agencies.
• Lead a team of engineers and designers on state highway and municipal transportation projects.
• Manage project delivery schedules, budgets, and ensure the highest quality standards.
• Represent Michael Baker at professional organizations and industry events to elevate our regional presence.
• Collaborate with national, regional, and office leadership to ensure successful contracting and project execution.
• Drive strategic growth through business development, including client pre-positioning, proposal leadership, and interview preparation.
• Guide the application of Michael Baker’s services to best serve client needs and support long-term practice growth.

Requirements

• Excellent communication and proposal writing abilities.
• CA PE (Civil) license required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• 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.
• 15+ years of transportation/public works experience.
• Experience with Caltrans standards and design-build projects is a plus.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and project management skills.

Benefits

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

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance