Our Surface Water Department Manager Will Make a Difference by supporting our many public and private sector clients with their next challenging projects. Michael Baker is actively seeking a Surface Water Department Manager to join our Carlsbad, CA office. The Department Manager will lead business development opportunities, manage clients, direct engineers and designers on surface water studies, transportation drainage, stormwater infrastructure design projects, land development projects, water ... more details
WATER PRACTICE
Michael Baker International’s Surface Water Group provides innovative consulting, planning and engineering solutions for the entire spectrum of the water cycle. We have proven experience in providing a full range of professional services from scientific and technical analysis, concept through design, and construction support services. Protection and management of water resources starts at the watershed level and follows the movement of water through urban and agricultural areas, streams, lakes and reservoirs, water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, and water/wastewater treatment plants.
DESCRIPTION
Our Surface Water Department Manager Will Make a Difference by supporting our many public and private sector clients with their next challenging projects. Michael Baker is actively seeking a Surface Water Department Manager to join our Carlsbad, CA office. The Department Manager will lead business development opportunities, manage clients, direct engineers and designers on surface water studies, transportation drainage, stormwater infrastructure design projects, land development projects, water quality permitting and compliance projects, program development, and will also serve as the Project Manager for surface water projects.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Have knowledge of and relationships with local and regional agencies
- Provide support, mentorship, and guidance to project managers and production staff
- Oversee the preparation of hydrological and hydraulic calculations, modeling, and preparation of technical reports, technical exhibits and design drawings for projects
- Ability to mentor younger design and CADD staff throughout all design phases
- Ensure QA/QC procedures are being implemented on all department projects
- Conduct department meetings with staff to review and evaluate workload, resource planning, project performance, and business development opportunities
- Coordinate with other offices to facilitate workshare, the implementation of best practices and developing work with those offices requiring civil engineering services
- Mentor engineering personnel in their technical and management competencies to help them achieve their career objectives
- Identify training opportunities for staff consistent with their career objectives
- Business development in local and regional market, client management, and staff management
- Meet with existing clients to identify upcoming opportunities and confirm performance on existing contracts
- Attend and participate in industry events
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS and REQUIREMENTS
- 15+ years of engineering experience is required
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering is required
- Professional Engineer (PE) licensed in the State of California is required
- Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) highly recommended
- Excellent external and internal, oral and written communication skills are required
- Proficient with MS Office Suite and MS Project
- The drive to become a leader in the company and San Diego area professional community
COMPENSATION
The salary range for this position is $180,000-$240,000 . This will be dependent on the experience and expertise of the incoming candidate. This role is also eligible for a discretionary bonus based upon corporate and individual performance
BENEFITS
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
- 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
Workplace Flexibility: Whether you want to work in the office, at home, or in a hybrid model, we accommodate a variety of preferences. We recognize our employees face many factors when it comes to selecting the best work location, and we are passionate about providing options and flexibility.