Orlando Surface Transportation Department Manager

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

Job summary

A leading firm in transportation planning, Michael Baker International is seeking a Surface Transportation Department Manager in Orlando. The ideal candidate will oversee the transportation practice, manage project delivery, and maintain client relationships while ensuring strategic growth in Central Florida. Successful applicants will possess robust leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, alongside extensive experience in transportation design.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of design experience in transportation projects.
• 6+ years in a supervisory role.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Oversee transportation practice growth and team development.
• Manage project delivery and ensure quality objectives.
• Lead proposal strategies and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Professional Engineer (PE) license in Florida

Job description

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. In addition, Michael Baker International is a recognized leader in the practical aspects of operating and maintaining a safe and efficient transportation infrastructure.

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker International is seeking a Surface Transportation Department Manager to continue to grow and oversee our Orlando Surface Transportation Practice. As Surface Transportation Department Manager, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining trusted adviser relationships with clients throughout Central Florida as well as determining direction and leading market awareness, including involvement in professional associations, technical articles, conferences and boards. The Surface Transportation Department Manager will work closely with the Florida Surface Transportation Manager, Office Manager, Office Executive and other local staff in the development of targeted client service action plans for FDOT, counties, and cities. You will coordinate staff workload with other transportation departments within Michael Baker International. In addition to being responsible for successful contracting and project execution, the Surface Transportation Department Manager will lead and participate in developing pursuits and strategic positioning for major Transportation project opportunities, including alternative delivery projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Surface Transportation Department Manager will be responsible for the growth and success of the Transportation Practices for the Orlando office.
• Leading and growing a dynamic team of engineers and designers in all aspects of design and plan preparation for roadway, highway, traffic, and interstate improvement projects for FDOT and other local clients in Central Florida.
• The successful candidate will deliver projects per agreed to plan, budget, program and quality objectives. They will lead, assign, and review work of the project delivery team and provide technical guidance and oversight for the design for transportation projects; check work and progress and identify changes of scope and additional services.
• Staff mentorship and development are a responsibility, as well as the development and overseeing of budgets and schedules.
• Provide strategic planning while building and maintaining relationships with key client decision makers, keeping ahead of upcoming project advertisements and changes in the clients’ organization.
• Additionally, the Department Manager will lead proposal strategies, content, etc. and participate in the business development process to win work as well as they will be a visible and active member of the Transportation community through professional organization involvement.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Florida.
• 12+ years of highway, roadway, traffic or structural design experience with increasing levels of responsibility.
• 6+ years in a supervisory role.
• Direct relationships and contacts with FDOT Districts One and Five, CFX, FTE, regional MPO’s and municipal clients.
• Demonstrated supervisor and mentoring skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including proposal writing and presentation skills, public speaking ability, and problem-solving skills are required.
• Experience overseeing successful project delivery with a drive for quality product and financial excellence.
• Proven track record of leading winning proposals.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and conduct multi-tasking efforts.
• Ability to travel up to 25%, primarily within Central Florida region.

COMPENSATION

The approximate compensation range for this position is $113,684 to $177,561.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.