CT Construction Services Lead

Overview

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Michael Baker International’s Construction Services staff supports clients by acting as their trusted on-site agent through all phases of construction, from pre-design to close-out, by providing qualified construction managers, inspectors, constructability reviewers, schedulers, estimators and safety experts. As new technologies evolve throughout the construction industry, innovative ideas are required to maintain and deliver successful construction projects.

Michael Baker International is seeking a CT Construction Services Lead to oversee and grow our construction services operations in Connecticut and the surrounding region. This role combines technical leadership, project management, and business development responsibilities for facilities, highway, bridge, railroad, and utility infrastructure construction projects, primarily in Connecticut and potentially in Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead and oversee all contract administration, construction management, and inspection operations on-site.
• Ensure projects are constructed in accordance with approved construction documents, permits, and quality standards.
• Manage and mentor Michael Baker’s, subconsultants’, and third-party construction inspection project staff.
• Support clients with construction project cost control, including evaluating change orders.
• Coordinate with clients, stakeholders, and contractors on various construction projects in New England.
• Ensure scheduled completion deadlines are met and maintain high client satisfaction.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned projects, overseeing project delivery from initiation through close-out.
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and resource allocation.
• Prepare and present project status reports to internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the Connecticut construction market and surrounding regions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients, industry partners, and stakeholders.
• Lead or support the preparation of proposals, presentations, and marketing materials for new projects.
• Represent Michael Baker International at industry events, conferences, and client meetings to promote our construction services.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activities to inform strategic business development initiatives.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of construction-related experience on transportation infrastructure projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Connecticut and/or CCM certification is desirable.
• Supervisory and project management experience required.
• Knowledge of CTDOT construction policies and procedures.
• Proven experience in business development or client relationship management is highly desirable.

The approximate compensation range for this position is $150,000 - $220,000. 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.