Transportation Engineer/Project Manager

Michael Baker Intl.; Santa Ana (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic Engineer/Project Manager to join their Transportation Engineering team in Santa Ana. In this pivotal role, you will lead a talented group of engineers and designers, overseeing the design and preparation of impactful roadway and civil improvement projects for various agencies. Your expertise will drive project delivery, ensuring adherence to quality, budget, and timelines while fostering client relationships and mentoring junior staff. This innovative firm values work-life balance, offering a hybrid work schedule, and provides a comprehensive benefits package. If you are passionate about engineering and ready to make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401K Retirement Plan

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Life and AD&D insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Professional and personal development

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in Transportation/Public Works with increasing responsibilities.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in California required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers and designers for roadway and civil improvement projects.
• Build and maintain client relationships and lead proposal development.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Mentoring

Proposal Writing

Engineering Judgment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

WHO WE ARE

Supported by more than 4,000 employees in nearly 100 locations across the United States, we provide a full continuum of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management. Our clients include U.S. federal, state and municipal governments, foreign allied governments, and a wide range of commercial clients. Michael Baker is committed to delivering a standard of excellence that fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration and technological advancement to help solve our clients' complex challenges.

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

Join our Transportation Engineering team in Santa Ana, CA. The Engineer/Project Manager will be responsible for leading a team of engineers and designers in all aspects of design and plan preparation for roadway, highway, and civil improvement projects for State, City, and County agencies in California.

The successful candidate will deliver projects per agreed to plan, budget, and quality objectives. Will lead, assign, and review work of the project delivery team; check work and progress and identify changes of scope and additional services. Duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Provide mentorship and development support to junior staff members.
• Build and maintain client relationships, lead proposal development, and prepare for and participate in interviews.
• Actively engage with professional organizations such as APWA and ASCE to maintain visibility in the engineering community.
• Collaborate with the Department Manager to build targeted client service action plans for the Southern California market.
• Contribute to strategic positioning efforts for roadway, highway, and civil project opportunities.
• Oversee client relationships and ensure the application of Michael Baker International services aligns with both client and company interests.
• Michael Baker International prides itself on a culture of work life balance; you will work a hybrid work schedule with a balance of in office and work from home.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• 7-10 years of experience in Transportation/Public Works with increasing responsibilities.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in California.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering a variety of Transportation/Public Works projects for city, county, and state agencies.
• Demonstrated skills in supervision and mentoring.
• Strong leadership drive within the company and the professional community.
• Excellent engineering judgment with a commitment to quality and financial excellence.
• Strong proposal writing and presentation skills preferred, but not required.

COMPENSATION

The salary range for this position is $120,000-$190,000, dependent on the experience and expertise of the incoming candidate. This role is also eligible for a discretionary bonus based upon corporate and individual performance.

BENEFITS
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

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