Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or related field (Master's preferred)
12+ years of progressive infrastructure leadership experience with P&L responsibility
Proven track record in winning and delivering large, complex infrastructure projects
Strong financial acumen in budgeting, forecasting, and margin management
Ability to lead and develop high-performing teams in a matrixed environment
Established client relationships and industry presence in the Western Region
Responsibilities
Own and manage full regional P&L, focusing on revenue growth and cost control
Develop and execute strategic business plans to meet financial targets
Monitor KPIs and implement actions to enhance project profitability
Lead client engagement efforts to secure and deliver complex projects
Oversee the pursuit lifecycle, including proposal development and contract negotiations
Ensure successful project execution on scope, schedule, and budget
Promote the region's profile through thought leadership and strategic partnerships
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
Professional and personal development opportunities
Generous paid time off
Commuter and wellness benefits
Full Job Description
Job Description
SVP & Regional Director, West Region
The Regional Director, West Region is a senior leadership role responsible for driving profitable growth, operational excellence, and talent development across the West Region business. This role owns full P&L accountability, business development and project delivery for complex infrastructure programs, and builds a high-performing team aligned to strategic growth priorities.
Leadership & Business Performance
Own and manage full regional P&L, including revenue growth, margin performance, backlog development, and cost control
Develop and execute strategic and annual business plans to achieve financial targets and market expansion
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement actions to improve utilization, project profitability, and operational efficiency
Partner with finance and operational leadership to ensure accurate forecasting, risk management, and disciplined project execution
Business Development & Project Delivery
Lead capture strategies and client engagement efforts to win and deliver complex projects
Build and maintain strong relationships with municipal, state, and private sector clients
Oversee pursuit lifecycle including go/no-go decisions, positioning, proposal development, and contract negotiations
Ensure successful execution of projects, delivering on scope, schedule, budget, and quality commitments
Elevate the region's profile through thought leadership, industry engagement, and strategic partnerships
Leadership & Talent Development
Build, lead, and develop a high-performing team of office executives, project managers, technical leaders, and client service professionals
Drive a strong performance culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Coach and mentor emerging leaders, supporting succession planning and career development pathways
Partner with HR to attract, retain, and engage top talent aligned to growth priorities
Operational Excellence & Risk Management
Ensure consistent application of project management best practices, quality standards, and compliance requirements
Identify and mitigate business, financial, and operational risks across the portfolio
Promote a culture of safety, quality, and ethical business practices
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or related professional discipline (Master's preferred)
12+ years of progressive experience in infrastructure leadership with P&L responsibility
Demonstrated success in winning and delivering large, complex infrastructure projects
Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and margin management
Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams in a matrixed environment
Established client relationships and strong industry presence in the Western Region market
Key Competencies
Strategic Leadership: Ability to translate vision into actionable growth strategies
Commercial Acumen: Strong understanding of financial drivers, market dynamics, and competitive positioning
Client Focus: Builds trust and long-term partnerships with key clients
Talent Leadership: Develops people and fosters an inclusive, high-performance culture
The approximate base compensation range for this position is $350,000-$500,000. The 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
401 (k) 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
THIS POSTING IS FOR A CURRENT VACANCY AND MICHAEL BAKER INTENDS TO FILL THIS POSITION BY 2/16/2027.
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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.
