CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL PRACTICE 

Michael Baker International’s civil engineering professionals manage and staff active projects in over 40 countries on five continents. Services are provided for a broad range of projects and capabilities, including highways, airports, bridges, rail and transit systems, government and commercial facilities, water and wastewater infrastructure, oil and gas infrastructure, and commercial/urban development. Our fields of expertise span all areas of civil engineering and include an extensive variety of specialty disciplines, such as environmental compliance and restoration, coastal engineering, urban development, and mining.

DESCRIPTION 

Michael Baker International is seeking a motivated senior Project Manager with Hazard Mitigation Planning and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) experience to join our team. The successful candidate needs to be an experienced project manager and exceptional communicator who can oversee the management of a portfolio of projects executed by multi-disciplinary teams across various geographic locations. This position will be an integral member supporting contracts within planning and engineering for NY, NJ and the northeast region and may be asked to support other contracts (national) as needs arise. This position offers potential for development in a great working environment and the opportunity to apply the latest technology to help our clients solve their most challenging problems.  

RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinates activities of multi-disciplinary staff to ensure project delivery per schedule, on budget, and within scope parameters Works with team members and clients to prepare scopes, schedules, budgets, assumptions, and constraints for projects Upon approval of individual projects, provides oversight for the development of project plans for efficient and successful delivery across the full project lifecycle Oversees adherence to project plans and established business processes, including quality and project management and standards  Participate in client meetings and follow through on assigned action items directly with clients and communities Provides guidance to team members related successful delivery across the full project lifecycle, including developing forecasts and estimates Proactively strategizes and anticipates risks and issues Accountable for completeness and accuracy of project status reports and invoices Coordinate with other managers to balance workload and staffing needs Personnel management including team building, staff mentorship and professional development Confers with team members to provide advice, counsel, and resolve problems Cultivate and manage client relationships and guide application of services to best serve the interests of the client and Michael Baker Accountable for compliance with contract requirements, including quality and security requirements Engage other Subject Matter Experts and technical support staff as needed to support HMPs and other plans Develop growth strategies  Provide flood risk management and mitigation recommendations

Other essential skills include creative problem-solving, organizational skills, financial project management skills, including earn value management, strong production management capabilities, and a proven understanding of project management methodologies. The ideal candidate will have an aptitude for leadership, a strong sense of ownership, and natural communication skills.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in the coordination and management of non-IT projects  Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Planning, Business, Communications, or related discipline  Ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance, U.S. Citizenship preferred due to contract requirements  Excellent oral and written communication skills, proactive communicator and problem-solver Strong attention to detail and demonstrated ownership and accountability for work Capability to work in a dynamic environment, including a demonstrated willingness to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities  Ability to work collaboratively with a wide array of individuals from various backgrounds, including engineers; planners; GIS professionals; federal, tribal, and state government officials; and the public Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills Ability to manage scope, schedule, and budget requirements, working with multi-disciplinary teams under limited supervision  Strong track record of overseeing successful project delivery with a drive for quality product and financial excellence Demonstrated supervisor and mentoring skills Must be able to build rapport and establish positive relationships with existing and prospective Michael Baker International clients to ensure client-focused performance Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and SharePoint Solid work ethic and have the drive to be a leader in the company and in the professional community

PREFERRED

Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) Professional Planner AICP Experience with the NFIP and FEMA’s Risk Mapping Assessment and Planning (MAP) Program  Ability to travel periodically, as needed (less than 25%)  Traditional and agile project management proficiency Industry involvement (e.g. Association of State Floodplain Managers (ASFPM), Project Management Institute (PMI), etc.)

COMPENSATION

The approximate compensation range for this position is $150,000 - $180,000. 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.