Roadway Department Manager

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.

Michael Baker is seeking a Roadway Department Manager to join the team in Peachtree Corners! The Department Manager will be responsible for developing and maintaining trusted‑advisor relationships with local clients, determining direction and leading market awareness, and participating in professional associations and conferences. The Roadway Department Manager will also work closely with the Transportation Department Manager, Office Executive, and other local staff in the development of highway plans for GDOT, counties, and cities.

• Lead a growing dynamic team of engineers and designers in all aspects of design and plan preparation for roadway, highway, and interstate improvement projects for GDOT and other local clients in Georgia.
• Deliver projects per the agreed‑upon plan, budget, program and quality objectives. Lead, assign, and review work of the project delivery team and provide technical guidance and oversight for the design for transportation projects; check work and progress and identify changes of scope and additional services.
• Staff mentorship and development is a responsibility, as well as the development and oversight of budgets and schedules.
• Provide strategic planning while building and maintaining relationships with key client decision makers, keeping ahead of upcoming project advertisements and changes in the clients’ organization.
• Additionally, the Department Manager will help with proposal strategies, content, etc. and participate in the business development process to win work as well as be a visible and active member of the Transportation community through professional organization involvement.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Georgia
• 10+ years of interstate, highway, or roadway design experience with increasing levels of responsibility and 6+ years working on Georgia DOT Projects
• 5+ years in a supervisory role.
• Demonstrated supervisor and mentoring skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including proposal writing, presentation, and problem‑solving skills are required.
• Experience overseeing successful project delivery with a drive for quality product and financial excellence.

The approximate compensation range for this position is $114,844 to $198,504. 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.