Project Manager - Construction Services

Michael Baker International • Hamilton Township, NJ

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About The Position

Michael Baker is seeking a Project Manager to join the team in Hamilton, NJ! The Project Manager will be responsible for managing infrastructure projects in the bridge/structural, and highway construction service line. The selected candidate will perform technical oversight, staff development, contract management, technical and cost proposal development, project performance and client management for targeted statewide clients.

Requirements

• Possess a B.S. degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 20 years of highway and bridge related design including 5 years of project management experience.
• Must possess a valid New Jersey and/or New York Professional Engineering License.
• Prior experience as a Project Manager/Resident Engineer on New Jersey DOT and New York State Bridge Design Projects is required.
• Possess strong verbal, written, presentation and excellent client management skills.
• Demonstrated ability leading and managing the design and detailing of complex transportation structures.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis on structures and construction management.
• Extensive experience with NJDOT, NJTA, NYSDOT, NYCDOT, NYCDDC, NYCDEP, PANYNJ, NYSTA; and/or local stakeholders, Cities, and Counties.
• Experience managing moderate to complex bridge rehabilitation/replacement and highway projects involving multiple disciplines such as roadway, drainage, geotechnical etc.
• Experience supervising the execution, financial performance, and quality assurance of multiple simultaneous projects.
• Goal oriented, quality focused, and have demonstrated success with creating and fostering a team environment.
• Established client and colleague relationships and a willingness to help lead proposal efforts.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Senior Office Leadership as well as construction managers from other Michael Baker offices as part of a dynamic team responsible for expanding the structural engineering practice currently servicing state, county, and municipal clients.
• Serve as a Project Manager on Construction projects throughout New York and New Jersey.
• Lead proposal efforts by leveraging existing client relationships and teaming relationships to help grow the department.
• Assist the Department with managing staff utilization by scheduling, monitoring and revising assignments.
• Create and monitor department budgets.
• Provide leadership and direction by mentoring and motivating staff on issues such as performance feedback, financial management, and client relations.
• Resolve personnel issues such as marginal performance, policy interpretations, and succession planning.
• Participate in internal and external professional development activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree