Project Manager – Municipal/Local Agency at Michael Baker International

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Sep, 26

Salary

180344.0

Posted On

22 Jun, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Municipal Infrastructure Design, Roadway Design, Watermain Design, Storm Sewer Design, Client Relationship Management, Budget Management, Schedule Management, Technical Oversight, IDOT BLRS Compliance, Business Development, Staff Mentoring, MicroStation, OpenRoads, Communication, Proposal Writing

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Transportation Practice Consistently ranked by Engineering News-Record as a Top 20 transportation firm, Michael Baker International offers clients an integrated team of professionals versed in all aspects of transportation planning, design, permitting, and construction management and inspection. In addition, Michael Baker International is a recognized leader in the practical aspects of operating and maintaining a safe and efficient transportation infrastructure. What We’re Looking For: Michael Baker International is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support and grow our municipal infrastructure practice in the Chicago region. This role leads the delivery of roadway, watermain, and storm sewer projects for local agencies, while building strong client relationships and contributing to practice growth. What You’ll Do: * Lead planning, design, and delivery of municipal infrastructure projects * Manage scope, schedule, budget, and project performance * Oversee multidisciplinary teams and subconsultants * Provide technical oversight for roadway, water, and stormwater design * Ensure compliance with IDOT BLRS and local agency requirements * Serve as primary client contact and support repeat business * Contribute to proposals, client meetings, and business development * Mentor staff and support team growth What You Need to Succeed: * 10+ years of municipal or local agency project experience * Experience with IDOT BLRS and Illinois local agency projects * Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering required * Illinois PE (or ability to obtain within 6 months) * Strong project management, communication, and client skills * Experience with MicroStation/OpenRoads and related tools preferred Compensation The approximate compensation range for this position is $115,478 to $180,344. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location. Why Choose Us: * 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 #LI-MM1 #LI-HYBRID Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity. Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous. We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life. We Make a Difference. Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status. EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination. *It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. *There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.

Responsibilities

Lead the planning, design, and delivery of municipal infrastructure projects including roadway, water, and stormwater systems. Manage project scopes, budgets, and multidisciplinary teams while serving as the primary client contact to support business growth.