Roadway Project Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION
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.

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker is seeking an experienced Roadway Project Manager to lead and manage transportation infrastructure projects in Baton Rouge. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in roadway design and construction, strong leadership skills, and the ability to deliver projects on time and within budget.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee all phases of roadway projects, from planning and design through construction and closeout.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure successful delivery.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and internal teams to maintain clear communication and resolve issues promptly.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, as well as company standards.
• Prepare and review engineering plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Mentor junior engineers and support staff, fostering professional growth and technical excellence.
• Assist with business development and participate in proposal submittals to support growth initiatives.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years in roadway design and project management.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Louisiana (or ability to obtain).
• Strong knowledge of DOT standards, roadway design software (MicroStation, OpenRoads), and construction practices.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

COMPENSATION

The approximate compensation range for this position is $145,00 to $175,000. 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.

ABOUT US
Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world's most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.

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 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, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, 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.

*There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.