Senior Rail Track Engineer/ Project Manager (Finance)
DESCRIPTION
Michael Baker International Greater DC/MD operation has seen significant growth over the course of the last few years. Additionally, Michael Baker continues to expand its growing national track design practice. To enable continued growth both locally and nationally, Michael Baker's Baltimore, MD or Washington DC office seeks a Senior Rail Track Project Manager who will be focused on executing technical work, mentoring junior staff, and fostering growth of the Track Department.
In this dynamic role, you will serve as a Sr. Rail Track Project Manager and Client Lead, supporting our current and future projects with your project management expertise and business development skills. You will utilize your established relationships with rail and transit agencies within Maryland or Washington D.C., acting as the main liaison with local rail and transit agencies/authorities. Additionally, you will drive local project and pursuits for WMATA, MTA, Amtrak and Class I Railroads, with support from our strong and successful national Rail & Transit team. Our current portfolio of major rail projects includes the Howard Street Tunnel Program for CSX in Baltimore, Transforming Rail in Virginia for CSX, and Replacement of Susquehanna River Bridge in Maryland for AMTRAK. You will be an integral part of the team driving these major infrastructure projects, while playing a major role in expanding our growing portfolio.
We are looking for a leader who will participate in the office leadership team while also collaborating with their counterparts nationwide to deliver high quality engineering services. You will be directly involved in developing and implementing business strategies, working with project teams, and helping to win work and expand our project portfolio and client base.
Relocation assistance may be considered for candidates not located within a reasonable driving distance from the DMV area.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage multi-discipline railway planning or design projects, ensuring projects progress on schedule and within budget.
- Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and staffing requirements for project pursuits.
- Complete monthly project management duties, including invoicing and status reporting.
- Coordinate project activities to ensure project's progression stays on schedule and within prescribed budget.
- Attend project meetings with client representatives as needed for project delivery, either onsite or virtually.
- Coordinate regularly with the client project manager.
- Reviews of project designs and contract plans for conformance with design criteria, client technical requirements, and to ensure quality deliverables.
- Obtain all required railroad safety certifications and support safety initiatives.
- Occasional travel may be required.
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
- Act as the main point of contact with local rail agencies/authorities and support the national Rail & Transit team with local efforts.
- Identify and assist in positioning for future work, including market analysis, client meetings, proposal writing, and project interviews
- Work with market leadership to support growth and strategic planning.
PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering required; Master's Degree in related field is a plus.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in railway civil and geometric design, planning/ alternatives analysis on capacity, expansion or maintenance projects with a railroad specialization.
- PE license required.
- Strong client management skills, ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team, excellent verbal and interpersonal skills, and problem-solving ability.
- Willingness and ability to mentor, advise and manage young staff on rail projects, operations, and engineering best practices
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks or projects concurrently and a proactive, collaborative approach to project development.
WHAT WOULD MAKE ME STAND OUT AS A CANDIDATE?
- Proven rail track/ civil technical experience with Maryland, Virginia, and DC Transit Agencies
- Established relationships with rail and transit agencies in Maryland, Washington D.C., and Virginia.
- PMP Certification a plus
- Possess strong initiative and demonstrate a proactive, collaborative approach to project development and communication with project team members, clients, and contractors
COMPENSATION
The approximate compensation range for this position is $140,000- $200,000 per year. 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.
BENEFITS
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- 401k Retirement Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
- Professional and personal development
- Generous paid time off
- Commuter and wellness benefits
Based in Pittsburgh and with nearly 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.
We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.
We Make a Difference.
Michael Baker International is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.
*It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.In this dynamic role, you will serve as a Sr. Rail Track Project Manager and Client Lead, supporting our current and future projects with your project management expertise and business development skills. You will utilize your established relationships with rail and transit agencies within Maryland or Washington D.C., acting as the main liaison with local rail and transit agencies/authorities. Additionally, you will drive local project and pursuits for WMATA, MTA, Amtrak and Class I Railroads, with support from our strong and successful national Rail & Transit team.Our current portfolio of major rail projects includes the Howard Street Tunnel Program for CSX in Baltimore, Transforming Rail in Virginia for CSX, and Replacement of Susquehanna River Bridge in Maryland for AMTRAK. You will be an integral part of the team driving these major infrastructure projects, while playing a major role in expanding our growing portfolio.
