Transportation Director

Michael Baker International•Columbus, OH

6h•Hybrid

About The Position

Michael Baker International is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, specializing in bridge design, construction, and preservation. Ranked Number Seven by Engineering News-Record for Bridge Design Firms in the United States, the company works on a full spectrum of bridge types, from conventional grade separations to major, complex river crossings. The Transportation Director will be responsible for the daily management and operations of the department, leading a team of engineers and designers in the design and plan preparation for various transportation improvement projects. These projects serve both public and private clients in the Columbus, OH area and may include highways, roadways, bridges, traffic systems, transit, and aviation. The Director will also focus on the department's growth and development, as well as maintaining positive client relationships.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
Ohio Professional Engineer’s (PE) license.
15+ years of transportation design experience with increasing levels of responsibility.
Demonstrated supervisory and mentoring skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including proposal writing, presentation skills, public speaking, and problem-solving abilities.
Strong track record of successful project delivery.
Ability to work in a dynamic environment and manage multiple tasks.
Drive to be a leader within the company and the professional community.
Strong engineering judgment with a commitment to quality and financial excellence.
Team player with strategic thinking skills, a passion for mentoring junior staff, and a genuine enjoyment of the work.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
Experience with ODOT.
Design-Build project experience.

Responsibilities

Lead, assign, and review the work of the project delivery team, providing technical guidance and oversight for transportation project designs.
Oversee department projects to ensure they meet agreed-upon scope, budget, and schedule.
Ensure department compliance with quality management and quality assurance practices.
Coach, develop, and mentor staff, attracting and retaining highly talented transportation professionals.
Coordinate business development activities to support overall growth objectives, including project pursuits, client outreach, marketing, teaming arrangements, capture planning, proposal development and review, and interview preparation and delivery.
Lead strategic planning and build relationships with key client decision-makers, staying ahead of upcoming project advertisements and changes within client organizations.
Be an active and visible member of the Columbus, OH transportation community through professional organization involvement.
Maintain and enhance existing client relationships, generate additional opportunities with current clients, and develop new clients. Monitor client satisfaction both internally and externally.
Coordinate with Great Lakes Region transportation leadership on resource planning, business development, and project execution.
Serve as a project manager on multi-discipline transportation design projects.
Monitor and control the department's annual operating budget.