Highway Project Manager

Michael Baker International•Des Moines, IA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Michael Baker International is seeking a Project Manager – Highway to join our Highway Department in Iowa. The candidate should have experience in design, modeling, and plan production for Iowa DOT projects. The Project Manager will oversee engineering design and ensure transportation and public works projects are delivered successfully across Iowa. This role also includes leading and mentoring project teams in design and plan preparation for roadway and highway projects, municipalities, and counties. With limited supervision from the Department Manager, the Project Manager will coordinate activities of designated projects to meet goals or objectives within set time frames and budgetary constraints. The Project Manager will build and maintain relationships with key client decision makers, monitoring upcoming project advertisements and changes in the clients' organization. The Project Manager should support projects in other states, and multi-state licensure is recommended. A working knowledge of MicroStation/Openroads is required to perform the tasks mentioned. This position is based in Iowa, with a flexible hybrid work schedule, subject to supervisor approval and client requirements.

Requirements

10-15 years related experience, either internally or equivalent external experience, and proven success managing complex projects. Preference given to Iowa DOT, County, and Iowa Local Agency project experience.
Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering is required.
Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the State of Iowa, or the ability to obtain an Iowa P.E. license within four months of hire.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively on all levels, internal and external
Ability to conceptualize and think creatively
Ability to apply effective use of project contingencies, both budgets and schedules
Demonstrated ability to manage teams across multiple offices and with several subconsultants
Establish clear lines of communications within project team and with client for free flow of information
Demonstrated intimate familiarity with client's requirements, challenges, and key areas of interest for growth. Preference given to Iowa DOT, and Iowa Local Agency client relations.
Demonstrated ability to properly address and manage change.
Demonstrated problem-solving, negotiations and decision-making skills.
Software proficiency – roadway design software (MicroStation and Openroads Designer), Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Bluebeam, Projectwise

Nice To Haves

Additional certifications such as PTOE (Professional Traffic Operations Engineer) and/or PMP (Project Management Professional) are welcome but not required.
Multi-state licensure is recommended.

Responsibilities

Reviews project proposals or plans to determine scope, time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing project, staffing requirements, and allotment of available resources to various phases of project.
Establishes work plan and staffing for each phase of project and arranges for recruitment or assignment of project personnel.
Develops/implements project plans/methodologies for complex projects, varying between single and multi-discipline practices.
Confers with project staff to outline workplan and to assign duties, responsibilities, and scope of authority; Manages the resources of the project.
Directs and coordinates activities of project personnel to ensure project progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget.
Perform analysis of project management development and success to align with company goals and strategies.
Reviews status reports prepared by project personnel and modifies schedules or plans as required.
Prepares project reports for management, client, or others, and performs cost management analysis.
Develops and maintains client engagement to ensure satisfaction.
May influence clients into winning work (new work added) for future projects.
Confers with project personnel to provide technical advice and to resolve problems.
Coordinates project activities with activities of government regulatory or other governmental agencies.
Conducts safety meetings and training programs to ensure safety requirements are met.
Generate and/or approve purchase orders, rebills, credits; reviews timesheets.
Occasional to moderate travel may be required.
Other duties as assigned.