Michael Baker International

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Michael Baker Rail & Transit Whether moving people or freight, future rail and transit solutions will be determined by energy prices, a shift toward urban living and growing environmental concerns. Michael Baker helps freight, authority and state Department of Transportation clients meet these modern challenges by providing services that address key industry issues such as state of good repair, capacity, safety, community livability, asset management and maintenance, planning and development for new projects, and the promotion of environmental stewardship and sustainability. We provide value by first understanding our clients’ needs, then working with them as a partner to identify innovative and cost-effective solutions that optimize their opportunities for success. What We’re Looking For: Reporting to the Rail Operations Lead in a full-time remote or hybrid work environment, Michael Baker is seeking a talented Project Delivery Manager, Rail Bridge to help make a difference in our Rail and Transit Market. What you'll do: The Project Delivery Manager for Rail Bridges (PDM) is responsible for providing project leadership, and oversight to drive excellence in project delivery for the rail bridge group working in conjunction with the Director of Rail Bridges and Rail Bridge Technical Lead. The PDM will provide leadership for the continued growth of the Michael Baker Rail Practice, drive client engagement and ensure successful project delivery. The PDM is expected to meet regularly with the Director of Rail Bridges to identify the needs of the Practice, implement the project standardization objectives aligned with the Michael Baker Way, manage client expectations and interactions for project execution, and report out on progress of various project execution initiatives. The PDM will work closely with the Director of Rail Bridges, Rail Bridge Technical Lead, Department Managers and Freight Rail Market Leaders to align the initiatives with the company’s priorities. The PDM’s primary focus is driving project delivery excellence by: Managing regular client program delivery reviews and initiatives Managing program and project deliverable schedules to ensure timely issuance of project commitments Leading the project execution and project delivery standardization efforts Leading standing project status meeting with Project Managers Implementation and adherence to management of change practices for full client portfolios Project management and delivery of key Railroad Bridge Rehabilitation and Replacement projects. Promoting and modeling the Michael Baker Way for project delivery Strong communication skills demonstrated within a remote group What You Need to Succeed: The preferred candidate will have industry recognized engagement, participating on AREMA committee(s) and/or other national railroad professional committees. The preferred candidate will have demonstrated experience leading a team, delivering multiple rail bridge replacement projects of varying complexity. The PDM is expected to work hand-in-hand with project managers to make sure project’s are delivered on time, in budget and that quality and safety are at the highest level and ensure that project issue resolution is in the best interest of the company and our clients. We are a community built on our employee’s relationships and the PDM should actively engage to build and foster professional relationships with the staff and operations leadership. They will strive to be a positively influence project excellence for rail bridge project within Michael Baker. The PDM will develop and maintain an intimate awareness of Bridge resources throughout the company. Required Qualifications: BS in Civil or Structural Engineering PE Required Member of AREMA in good standing Minimum 10 years of design and analysis experience for rail bridges Minimum 5 years of project management experience in Rail Bridge projects Recognized leader in railroad bridge design Preferred Qualifications: MS in Civil or Structural Engineering SE Licensure Comprehensive understanding of project management tools (Microsoft Project, etc) Extensive experience with Class I Railroads Experience with passenger rail agencies Compensation: The approximate compensation range for this position is $125,000- $190,000 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. Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity. Based in Pittsburgh and with nearly 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous. We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life. We Make a Difference. Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status. EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination. *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. *There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.