Bridge Construction Managers

CONSTRUCTION SERVICES PRACTICE

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.

What We’re Looking For:

Michael Baker is seeking experienced Bridge Construction Managers to join our team for major bridge projects starting in Maryland within the next few months. These projects include complex tied‑arch and cable‑stayed bridge structures requiring strong technical expertise, field leadership, and coordination with contractors and agencies.

What You’ll Do:

• Manage day-to-day construction operations for major bridge projects, emphasizing structural steel, cable-stayed, and tied-arch systems.

• Oversee contractor performance, ensuring adherence to drawings, specifications, budgets, and timelines.

• Review contract documents, construction methods, and engineering solutions to maintain quality and constructability.

• Coordinate construction sequencing, erection procedures, and field engineering for temporary and permanent works.

• Lead project progress meetings, monitor field activities, and ensure safety and environmental compliance.

• Collaborate with designers, owners, and agency representatives to resolve technical and construction issues.

• Manage inspection and quality assurance processes, verifying installation tolerances, connections, and materials.

• Track schedule progress, change orders, and project documentation; prepare reports and recommendations for the client.

• Provide mentoring and leadership to field and inspection teams to promote best practices and teamwork.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license and CCM, strongly preferred.

• 10+ years of construction management experience, including significant experience on large or complex bridge projects.

• Strong knowledge of structural steel erection, cable-stayed systems, and post-tensioning practices.

• Proven leadership, communication, and organizational skills with experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams.

• Comprehensive understanding of safety standards, quality control, and applicable local and federal regulations.

Compensation:

The approximate compensation range for this position is $130,000 - $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.

BENEFITS

• Medical, dental, vision insurance

• 401K Retirement Plan

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability

• Professional and personal development

• Generous paid time off

• Commuter and wellness benefits

• Flexible Work Schedules

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