Senior Bridge Engineer/Project Manager (Finance)
DESCRIPTION
Michael Baker International, ranked #5 nationally by the Engineering News-Record for bridge design, is seeking a skilled and motivated Bridge Engineer/Project Manager to join our growing team in Phoenix, Arizona.
Our Bridge Practice delivers innovative solutions across a wide range of bridge types-from conventional grade separations to complex river crossings-serving both regional and statewide clients.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead high-impact transportation projects, provide technical oversight, and foster strong client relationships in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead and manage bridge engineering projects from preliminary design through final PS&E (Plans, Specifications, and Estimates).
- Review project scopes, schedules, and staffing needs to ensure successful project delivery.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior and mid-level engineering staff.
- Prepare scopes of work, cost estimates, and technical proposals for new opportunities.
- Oversee staff assignments and utilization to optimize team performance.
- Ensure quality control and quality assurance across all phases of bridge design projects.
- Conduct technical analyses, structural calculations, and design reviews.
- Represent the firm in client meetings and industry presentations, both written and oral.
- Support business development efforts and maintain strong relationships with local and statewide transportation agencies.
- Travel may be required occasionally to moderate basis for client meetings and site visits.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's or master's degree in civil engineering, Structural Engineering, or Engineering Management.
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required; Arizona registration preferred or ability to obtain promptly.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in bridge and transportation engineering, including at least 5 years in a project management role.
- Strong familiarity with ADOT standards and procedures
- Proficiency in bridge analysis and design software (e.g., SAP2000, CSiBridge, LARSA 4D).
- Experience with MicroStation and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage complex infrastructure projects.
- Strong communication skills and a background in proposal development and client engagement are highly desirable.
COMPENSATION
The approximate compensation range for this position is $115,000 to $180,000. 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.
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
- Commuter and wellness benefits
About us
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 80 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, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
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Michael Baker International is actively seeking a Project Manager in the Bridge Group to join our Phoenix,AZ Operations on DOT and municipal projects from inception through completion.
