Iowa Roadway Lead 

Michael Baker International is a globally recognized engineering consulting firm, consistently ranked by Engineering News-Record among the Top 20 transportation firms. The firm specializes in providing comprehensive services spanning transportation planning, design, permitting, construction management, and inspection. With a strong commitment to delivering safe and efficient transportation infrastructure solutions, Michael Baker International partners with public agencies and private organizations to tackle complex projects that impact communities and enhance mobility. The company fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration, employing skilled professionals to address the full lifecycle of transportation systems, from conceptualization to operation and maintenance.

The Iowa Roadway Lead is a pivotal role within Michael Baker International's transportation practice, based in Iowa. This leadership position involves cultivating and maintaining trusted adviser relationships with local clients, including the Iowa Department of Transportation (Iowa DOT), counties, and cities. The role is pivotal in establishing the vision for growth within Iowa, driving market awareness through active involvement in professional associations, technical articles, conferences, and industry boards. The Iowa Roadway Lead collaborates closely with local bridge leadership and regional staff to develop targeted client service action plans, coordinate workload across transportation departments, and strategically position the company to secure major highway or roadway project opportunities, including alternative delivery methods. Responsibilities also encompass successful contracting and project execution.

As the leader of the Iowa roadway team, the individual will oversee a group of engineers and designers responsible for the design and plan preparation of roadway, highway, and interstate improvement projects. This role demands a strong commitment to delivering projects in alignment with agreed plans, budgets, schedules, and quality objectives. The Iowa Roadway Lead provides technical guidance, reviews project progress, identifies scope changes, and manages additional service needs. A significant aspect of this role is mentoring and developing staff, ensuring the growth of team members and maintaining high performance standards. Budgeting and scheduling oversight are also critical functions.

Moreover, the Iowa Roadway Lead plays a strategic role in business development. This includes maintaining solid relationships with key client decision-makers, understanding forthcoming project advertisements, navigating organizational changes among clients, and leading proposal development and strategy. The successful candidate is expected to be a visible and influential member of the Iowa transportation community, actively participating in professional organizations to enhance the firm’s reputation and networking opportunities.

The compensation range for this position is estimated between $118,000 and $190,000, depending on qualifications, experience, education, skillset, and geographic location. Michael Baker International offers a hybrid work environment, supporting both in-person and remote collaboration. This role is ideal for a seasoned civil engineer with a Texas PE license, significant highway design experience, leadership skills, and a passion for advancing transportation infrastructure in Iowa. Joining Michael Baker International means becoming part of a forward-thinking firm dedicated to engineering excellence and professional development.