Civil Associate, Transportation
About The Position
Michael Baker International is seeking a Civil Associate I, Transportation to join our Chicago, IL team starting in the Summer of 2026 (upon anticipated graduation). Under the guidance of Engineers, Technical Managers, and Project Managers, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects. In this role, you will work a minimum of 40 hours per week, and overtime may be required based on workload. Depending on project needs, travel to client sites may be required. The Chicago office operates on a hybrid schedule and will require time spent in Downtown Chicago office (2-3 days per week, on average).
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field; Master’s Degree is a plus
- 0-2 years of related experience
- Engineer in Training (EIT) certification is preferred
- Familiarity with various CAD and Microsoft Office programs with the potential ability to produce high quality design documents, exhibits, computations, and reports
- Possess strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to efficiently work independently within a multi-disciplinary team and prioritize project assignments to meet competing deadlines
Responsibilities
- Assists with design, construction documents, plan production, maps, basic reports, and other supporting documentation
- Assists with gathering background information related to a project site which includes reviewing as-built plans and mapping existing utility service
- Assists with the preparation of drawings such as those needed for highways, structures, and water/wastewater projects
- Assists with quantities and project cost estimates
- Coordinates with design technicians to ensure timely and accurate deliverables
- Assists with document preparation for regulatory agencies to obtain required permits
- Assists with preparation for client and project meetings
- Attends internal project meetings and participates as necessary
- Occasionally visits project sites, and reports findings to Engineers and/or Project Managers
Benefits
- 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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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
