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Michael Baker International

Project Manager, Water/Wastewater

Michael Baker International, Santa Ana, CA


Job Description

WATER PRACTICE
Michael Baker International's Water Group provides innovative consulting, planning, and engineering solutions for a variety of water and wastewater projects. We have proven experience in providing a full range of professional services that include feasibility and planning-level studies, technical analysis, engineering design, construction bid document preparation, and construction support services.

DESCRIPTION

The Water/Wastewater Project Manager will lead project procurement and delivery within our Water/Wastewater Departments within Southern California. These projects will be focused on the planning and design of water and wastewater projects, including planning, conveyance, pumping, storage, and treatment.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Lead project delivery as a Project Manager responsible for technical design, project financial performance, scope and schedule management, project staffing, and quality control.
  • Lead technical and price proposal development.
  • Assist with the implementation of the Department's business strategy.
  • Foster relationships with key existing and target clients within Southern California, and specifically within the Inland Empire.
  • Collaborate with other regional water/wastewater teams for project resource management, workshare, and pursuits.
  • Directly supervise and mentor staff.
  • Professionally represent Michael Baker International with agency staff, clients, contractors, and professional organizations.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Bachelors Degree in Engineering in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering or related discipline
  • 8+ years of recent water and wastewater engineering experience, including pipelines, pump stations, chemical dosing systems, reservoirs, and similar projects.
  • Project Management experience.
  • Experience supervising engineering personnel in Water/Wastewater project delivery.
  • Experience developing construction documents including plans and technical specifications.
  • Experience developing engineering cost opinions, technical memorandums, and design reports.
  • Professional Civil Engineer license in the state of California required, or ability to obtain within 1 year.
  • Excellent communication and writing skills.
  • Ability to manage and prioritize project assignments to meet competing deadlines as well as work independently and within a team setting to support project delivery.
  • A motivated self-starter who displays a passion for solving problems, interacting in a team environment, and meeting established deadlines.
  • Ability to analyze and understand projects, determine project objectives, and develop and implement engineering solutions with limited oversight.
  • Ability to take ownership of projects and drive projects to completion.

COMPENSATION
The salary range for this position is $107,000 - $150,000. This will be dependent on the experience and expertise of the incoming candidate.

BENEFITS
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Medical, dental, vision insurance
  • 401K Retirement Plan
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability
  • Professional and personal development
  • Generous paid time off
  • Commuter and wellness benefits

Workplace Flexibility: Whether you want to work in the office, at home, or in a hybrid model, we accommodate a variety of preferences. We recognize our employees face many factors when it comes to selecting the best work location, and we are passionate about providing options and flexibility.