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Michael Baker International, Inc.

Rail Project Manager

Michael Baker International, Inc., Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276


DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker continues to expand our growing construction services practice in the Mid-Atlantic region. To enable continued growth, Michael Baker’s Construction Services Practice seeks a Rail Project Manager. This growing group of construction managers, resident engineers and inspectors is focused on providing construction services to clients within the larger Mid-Atlantic Region. We are looking for a railway-focused leader who will collaborate with our CMs focused on serving our other markets to provide high quality construction services. In addition to project responsibilities, you will be directly involved with development and implementation of the construction services business strategy, while also helping to win work and expand our project portfolio and client base.

Based in Baltimore, Maryland, TheRail Construction Manager for Michael Baker International will supervise planning, coordination, and implementation of railway, tunnel, and/or bridge construction projects within the Mid-Atlantic Region.

Project responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

Maintain ultimate responsibility for delivery of project quality, cost, schedule, and safety:

Develop, maintain, distribute, and update project-specific Project Management Plan, including Health and Safety Plans and Quality Management Plans

Conduct safety meetings and training programs to ensure safety requirements are met

Coordinate audits of quality management processes and procedures

Sustain continuous improvement for all processes

Provide inspection, field engineering, technical advisement for issues related to tunnel, track, and bridge construction activities, as-needed

Review project proposal and scope of work to determine schedule, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing project, assisting in contract negotiations, as required

Establish work plan for large and complex projects, arrange for staffing for each phase of project, including subcontractor engagement

Coordinate project with activities of government regulatory or other government agencies

Direct and coordinate activities of project personnel to ensure progress remains on schedule and within prescribed budget.

Review status reports prepared by project personnel and modify schedules or plans, as required

Prepare project reports for management, client, or others

Confer with project personnel to provide technical advice and resolve problems.

Oversee and mentor junior staff.

Generate and/or approve purchase orders, invoices, credits; review time sheets

Attend job, CM/Design coordination meetings, and most technical meetings.

Coordinate with design review on RFIs and other issues

Coordinate and lead project progress meetings and document meeting minutes

Oversee coordination of staging, and shutdown/start-up operations to ensure uninterrupted rail, yard or facility operations

Possess proven Client Management Skills including:

Develop and maintain client relations to ensure satisfaction

Interface with Key stakeholders and community public outreach programs, as needed

Gather/disseminate information and intelligence regarding potential upcoming pursuits

Participate in business development activities as required for existing and potential new clients, to include general marketing, client meetings, and proposal development

Occasional travel may be required

Other duties as assigned

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

4-year college degree in civil engineering, construction management or a related field

7+ years of experience in related construction oversight

Demonstrated proficiency in project safety, scheduling (CPM scheduling, Primavera, Microsoft Project), staffing, cost estimating, risk management, quality management, and project/document controls

Ability to manage various levels and numbers of staff

Aptitude for communicating with owner/client staff, contractors, and subconsultants (Excellent English language skills, written and verbal, are essential)

Commitment to and confirmed track record of safely delivering projects on time, under budget, and of the utmost quality

Dedication to project goals, client satisfaction, corporate aspirations, business development, growth objectives, staff development, and operational excellence

Coordinate project with activities of government regulatory or other government agencies

Professional Engineer (P.E.) license a plus

Certified Construction Manager (CCM) a plus

Familiarity with working in active rail facilities is preferred

Track safety certification is preferred

Proven experience working for freight rail clients

Experience in the Mid-Atlantic Region

COMPENSATIONThe approximate compensation range for this position is $98,537 to $142,479.

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.

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