Senior Bridge Project Manager

Michael Baker International•Dearborn, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Michael Baker International's Bridge Practice has a strong track record of providing innovative and sustainable solutions for bridge design, construction, and preservation challenges. Ranked Number Seven by Engineering News-Record among Bridge Design Firms in the U.S., the company works on a wide range of bridge types, from conventional grade separations to complex river crossings, including trusses, arches, box girders, and cable-stayed bridges. The Senior Bridge Project Manager will be responsible for leading the planning, design, and delivery of bridge and transportation structure projects in the Detroit area and throughout Michigan. This role is suited for an experienced engineer with significant MDOT and Michigan local agency experience, capable of managing projects, mentoring staff, and serving as a key client partner.

Requirements

Bachelor s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
Professional Engineer (PE) license required
10+ years of bridge engineering experience, including project management
Proven experience managing MDOT and Michigan local agency (LAP) projects
Strong background in bridge design, rehabilitation, and inspection projects
Experience with Michigan agency standards, procedures, and deliverables
Strong leadership, communication, and client facing skills

Responsibilities

Manage bridge projects from planning and design through construction support
Serve as Project Manager and Engineer of Record on bridge and structural projects
Lead and coordinate multi disciplinary project teams and subconsultants
Oversee scope, schedule, budget, and quality control for assigned projects
Act as primary point of contact with MDOT, counties, cities, and local agencies
Support business development efforts, including proposals and client relationships
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to staff development
Ensure compliance with AASHTO, MDOT standards, and agency requirements