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Michael Baker International has addressed bridge design, construction and preservation challenges with innovative and sustainable solutions. Exemplifying its depth and versatility in the bridge space, Michael Baker International, ranked Number Five by Engineering News-Record in its annual ranking of Bridge Design Firms in the United States, has partnered with clients on a full spectrum of bridge types-from conventional grade separations to major, complex river crossings, including trusses, arches, box girders and cable-stayed bridges.

DESCRIPTION 

The Senior Bridge Engineer is responsible for pursuit and delivery of transportation design related projects involving preliminary engineering and plans, specification, and estimate (PS&E) projects with the local Iowa office. The selected Senior Bridge Engineer will perform structural design, technical oversight, staff development, contract management, technical and cost proposal development, project management for targeted Iowa statewide and regional clients. With a REMOTE work schedule, you'll enjoy the perfect balance of flexibility and collaboration.

The Senior Bridge Engineer openly share technical knowledge and mentor and supervise engineers in assignments such as preparing studies, reports and supporting documentation; quantities and construction cost estimates; and construction drawings needed for bridge, public works and transportation design related projects. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience on new, widening, retrofit, and replacement bridge projects, culverts and retaining wall projects with the Iowa DOT and AASHTO LRFD design standards. This is a structural design position and we will only consider candidates with skills and experience in that area of expertise. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Reviews project proposal or plan to determine scope, time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing project and staffing requirements 
  • Provide technical guidance to less experienced personnel on specific tasks 
  • Prepare scope of work and cost estimate for proposals 
  • Manages staff utilization by scheduling, monitoring and revising assignments. 
  • Present both oral and written format 
  • Provide quality control, quality assurance for bridge design project of simple and complex nature 
  • Performs technical analyses, calculations and design tasks as needed 
  • Occasional to moderate travel may be required 
  • Other duties as assigned 

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS 

  • Bachelor or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Engineering Management, or similar degree 
  • Iowa P.E. is required 
  • 8+ years of experience in bridge design and transportation engineering, with a minimum of 2 years managing bridge related projects or tasks 
  • Familiarity with Iowa DOT standards and procedures 
  • Proficiency with bridge analysis and design software programs 
  • Experience in using Microstation and Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Powerpoint 
  • Ability to lead and interact with multi-disciplined teams 
  • A background in business development, proposal writing, networking and strong listener of client’s needs is preferred 

COMPENSATION 

The approximate compensation range for this position is $97,593 to $155,017. 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.

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 80 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.

Based in Pittsburgh and with nearly 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 Affirmative Action/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, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status 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.

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