Structural Deputy Department Manager

Company: Michael Baker International, Inc.
Location: Chicago
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

BRIDGE PRACTICE
Michael Baker International has addressed bridge design, construction and preservation challenges with innovative and sustainable solutions. Exemplifying its depth and versatility in the bridge space, Michael Baker International, ranked Number Five by Engineering News-Record in its annual ranking of Bridge Design Firms in the United States, has partnered with clients on a full spectrum of bridge types-from conventional grade separations to major, complex river crossings, including trusses, arches, box girders and cable-stayed bridges.
DESCRIPTION
Michael Baker International is seeking a Structural Deputy Department Manager to join our team. This position is based in Chicago, IL, with the option of working hybrid (2 days in office required) and will be focused on people management, project design, and project management. Under the guidance of the Structural Department Manager, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a variety of high visibility projects.
Duties Will Consist Of The Following

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• Staff management of three to four staff and mentoring for all structural group staff
  
• Coordinates tasks and project schedules -
  
• Communicates with clients regarding project issues, schedules, and budgets -
  
• Acts as Project Manager on structural projects and structural lead on multi-disciplinary projects
  
• Assists with proposal production and implementing marketing initiatives
  
• May be responsible for teaching educational courses -
  
• May serve as the discipline lead responsible for all facets of the task or discipline of the project -
  
• Performs detailed technical peer reviews -
  
• Responsible for maintaining technical knowledge through completion of various training initiatives; attending seminars, reviewing professional publications, attending in-house systems/management training -
  
• Verifying that quality standards and project deadlines are met
  
• Maintaining client satisfaction
  
• Oversight of project safety Health and Safety Plan
  
• Direct coordination with the client's Project Representatives
  
• Providing regular status reports to Structural Department Manager
  
  PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS -
  
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  • Master's Degree in Structural Engineering
    
  • Illinois Professional Engineer (PE) license and Structural Engineer (S. E.) -
    
  • 10 + years of related experience -
    
  • Experience with Illinois bridge design and maintenance policies and procedures
    
  • Complex bridge analysis and design using finite element software
    
  • Project Management and structural lead experience on past projects
    
  • Possess excellent client skills and ability to enhance and develop solid client relationships
    
  • Involvement with industry and professional organizations
    
  • Ability to work independently and within a team setting to support and lead projects and assignments -
    
  • Ability to assist in developing strategic business, performing client development activities and improving office operations procedures
    
  • Possess strong written and verbal communication skills -
    
  • Possess a valid driver's license
    
  • Excellent English language skills, written and verbal
    
  • Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, Excel) etc., and familiarity and experience with computer-aided bridge design and analysis tools, including finite element and bridge load rating tools.
    
    COMPENSATION -
    The approximate compensation range for this position is $131,040 to $170,560. 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.
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