Orlando Surface Transportation Department Manager

Michael Baker International; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 113,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Baker International is seeking a Surface Transportation Department Manager in Orlando to lead and expand their practice. The role involves overseeing projects, managing teams, and fostering client relationships. Applicants should possess a Civil Engineering degree, PE license, and extensive design experience.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of highway, roadway, traffic, or structural design experience.
• 6+ years in a supervisory role.
• PE license in Florida.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the transportation practice managing a team of engineers.
• Ensure timely and quality project delivery.
• Build relationships with key clients and industry partners.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Delivery

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

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TRANSPORTATION PRACTICE

Consistently ranked by Engineering News-Record as a Top 20 transportation firm, Michael Baker International offers clients an integrated team of professionals versed in all aspects of transportation planning, design, permitting, and construction management and inspection. Michael Baker International is also a recognized leader in operating and maintaining safe, efficient transportation infrastructure.

Job Description

Michael Baker International seeks a Surface Transportation Department Manager to lead and expand our Orlando Surface Transportation Practice. You will develop and maintain trusted adviser relationships with clients across Central Florida, influence market awareness through professional associations, technical articles, conferences, and boards, and work closely with local and regional management teams to develop targeted client service plans for FDOT, counties, and cities. Responsibilities include coordinating staff workloads, overseeing project delivery, leading pursuits, and strategic positioning for major transportation projects, including alternative delivery methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the transportation practice in Orlando, managing a team of engineers and designers on roadway, highway, traffic, and interstate projects for FDOT and other clients.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards, providing technical guidance and oversight.
• Mentor staff, develop budgets and schedules, and lead proposal strategies to win new work.
• Build and maintain relationships with key clients and industry partners, and participate actively in professional organizations.

Professional Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• PE license in Florida.
• 12+ years of highway, roadway, traffic, or structural design experience, with 6+ years in a supervisory role.
• Established relationships with FDOT Districts, CFX, FTE, MPOs, and municipal clients.
• Strong leadership, communication, proposal development, and project delivery skills.
• Ability to travel up to 25%, primarily within Central Florida.

Compensation

Range: $113,684 to $177,561, dependent on experience and qualifications.

About Us

Michael Baker International provides engineering and consulting services nationwide, with a legacy of over 80 years. We partner on projects involving roads, bridges, tunnels, transit, airports, water treatment, environmental restoration, and more. We are committed to diversity, equal opportunity, and a drug-free workplace.

We Make a Difference.

Michael Baker International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected categories.

EEO is the Law.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment.