Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
12+ years of bridge engineering experience
Experience with ODOT and Ohio public-sector clients
PE license in Ohio (or ability to obtain)
Proven leadership, project delivery, and business development experience
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Responsibilities
Lead and grow a team delivering bridge design, rehabilitation, inspection, and load rating projects
Build and maintain strong relationships with ODOT, counties, municipalities, and key transportation clients
Oversee project delivery to meet quality, schedule, and budget objectives
Drive business development efforts and help win major bridge and transportation projects
Mentor staff and support their career development
Represent Michael Baker within Ohio's transportation industry and professional organizations
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401k Retirement Plan
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
Professional and personal development
Generous paid time off
Commuter and wellness benefits
Full Job Description
Job Description
Bridge Practice
What We're Looking For:
Michael Baker International is seeking a Department Manager - Bridge to lead and grow our Ohio bridge practice. This role combines technical leadership, client development, and team management, with a focus on delivering impactful bridge and transportation projects for ODOT and local agencies across the state.
What You'll Do:
Lead and grow a team delivering bridge design, rehabilitation, inspection, and load rating projects
Build and maintain strong relationships with ODOT, counties, municipalities, and key transportation clients.
Oversee project delivery, ensuring quality, schedule, and budget objectives are met.
Drive business development efforts, lead strategic pursuits, and help win major bridge and transportation projects.
Mentor staff, support career development, and foster a collaborative team culture.
Represent Michael Baker within Ohio's transportation industry and professional organizations.
What You Need to Succeed:
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
12+ years of bridge engineering experience.
Experience working with ODOT and Ohio public-sector clients.
PE license in Ohio (or ability to obtain).
Proven leadership, project delivery, and business development experience.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Established Ohio transportation industry relationships.
Experience leading multidisciplinary teams.
Alternative delivery (Design-Build) experience.
Active involvement in professional organizations.
Track record of winning pursuits and growing client accounts.
Compensation:
The approximate compensation range for this position is $125,000 to $195,000 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.
Why Choose Us:
Medical, dental, vision insurance
401k Retirement Plan
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
Professional and personal development
Generous paid time off
Commuter and wellness benefits
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About Michael Baker International
Michael Baker International is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management. The company provides its comprehensive range of services and solutions to a broad range of markets, including transportation, facilities, environmental, energy, water and government.
