Land Development Project/Technical Manager

Michael Baker International • Moon Township, PA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Michael Baker International is seeking a Project/Technical Manager to join the team in our Moon Township, PA office as part of our growing Land Development group within the Land Development and Infrastructure Practice. The successful candidate will plan, direct, and coordinate activities of designated projects to ensure that the goals and objectives of the project are accomplished within prescribed timeframes and funding parameters. They will work within an interdisciplinary team including civil engineers, surveyors, GIS professionals, architects, MEPS+FP, estimators, department leaders, and quality design staff to ensure each design deliverable is coordinated and meets our clients’ requirements and expectations. A Hybrid working arrangement is available within the Pittsburgh, PA area.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• 7-10 years of civil design and project management experience with a track record or delivering complex projects
• Pennsylvania PE license (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams within various locations, subconsultants, project budgets, schedules, and change management
• Strong leadership, problem solving, negotiation, and decision-making skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build effective client and team relationships
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and AutoCAD Civil 3D

Nice To Haves

• Experience with land development, local/state project permitting, federal projects, or abandoned mine lands/mine permitting highly preferred

Responsibilities

• Build and strengthen client relationships to deliver exceptional service and project success
• Lead project planning, including scope, schedules, budgets, staffing, and execution strategies
• Develop and drive Project Management Plans (PMPs) for complex, multidisciplinary projects
• Lead, mentor, and empower project teams by clearly defining roles, responsibilities, and expectations
• Serve as a hands-on project leader, providing both technical expertise and team leadership
• Assign and oversee design work, offer technical guidance, and ensure quality deliverables
• Keep projects on track by managing schedules, budgets, resources, and performance
• Ensure project execution aligns with company standards, client expectations, and quality requirements
• Participate in design and quality reviews, providing recommendations that strengthen project outcomes
• Collaborate with clients, vendors, project managers, engineers, and cross-functional teams to resolve challenges and drive results
• Monitor project financial performance and implement effective project controls throughout the project life cycle
• Act as the primary client contact, fostering strong partnerships and clear communication
• Mentor and develop staff to support career growth and team success
• Create, interpret, and review 2D and 3D engineering and design documents
• Champion quality and compliance by promoting best practices and adherence to project management standards

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level