Transportation Director

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.

What We’re Looking For:

The Transportation Director will oversee the daily management and operations of transportation related projects and pursuits. This role involves leading a team of engineers and designers in the design and plan preparation for a variety of transportation improvement projects for both public and private clients in Kentucky. Projects may include highways, roadways, bridges, traffic systems, transit, aviation, and more. The Director will also focus on growth and development, specifically of the roadway department, as well as maintaining positive client relationships.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead, assign, and review the work of the project delivery team, providing technical guidance and oversight for transportation project designs.
• Oversee projects to ensure they meet agreed-upon scope, budget, and schedule.
• Ensure compliance with quality management and quality assurance practices.
• Coach, develop, and mentor staff, attracting and retaining highly talented transportation professionals.
• Coordinate business development activities to support overall growth objectives, including project pursuits, client outreach, marketing, teaming arrangements, capture planning, proposal development and review, and interview preparation and delivery.
• Lead strategic planning and build relationships with key client decision-makers, staying ahead of upcoming project advertisements and changes within client organizations.
• Be an active and visible member of the Kentucky transportation community through professional organization involvement.
• Maintain and enhance existing client relationships, generate additional opportunities with current clients, and develop new clients. Monitor client satisfaction both internally and externally.
• Coordinate with Great Lakes Region transportation leadership on resource planning, business development, and project execution.
• Serve as a project manager on multi-discipline transportation design projects.
• Monitor and control the department's annual operating budget.

What You Need to Succeed:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field (Master’s Degree is a plus).
• Kentucky Professional Engineer’s (PE) license.
• 15+ years of transportation design experience with increasing levels of responsibility.
• Experience with KYTC and Design-Build project experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated supervisory and mentoring skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including proposal writing, presentation skills, public speaking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong track record of successful project delivery.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and manage multiple tasks.
• Drive to be a leader within the company and the professional community.
• Strong engineering judgment with a commitment to quality and financial excellence.
• Team player with strategic thinking skills, a passion for mentoring junior staff, and a genuine enjoyment of the work.

Compensation

The approximate compensation range for this position is $175,000 to $225,000. 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.

Why Choose Us:

• 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

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