Michael Baker International

Surface Water Program Manager

Michael Baker International

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Santa Ana • California • United States

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Salary

💰 $109,000 - $189,000 per year

About the role

  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of direct and indirect reports across multiple service lines.
  • Oversee a high-volume portfolio of construction stormwater-related projects, ensuring quality, timeliness, and regulatory compliance.
  • Manage project financials, including forecasting, budgeting, and profitability tracking.
  • Optimize resource allocation through collaboration with Surface Water Managers and Practice Leaders.
  • Cultivate and maintain trusted adviser relationships with key clients.
  • Serve as a primary point of contact, responding quickly to evolving client needs.
  • Lead project pursuits, including proposal development and interview presentations.
  • Actively participate in professional organizations, conferences, boards, and technical committees to strengthen industry presence and secure new work.
  • Identify emerging industry needs and contribute to thought leadership through technical articles and presentations.
  • Cross-market additional company services to enhance client value and expand opportunities.
  • Provide guidance on California stormwater regulations, including MS4 permits, industrial stormwater requirements, and construction stormwater compliance.
  • Support the development of innovative solutions to meet evolving regulatory and client needs.

Requirements

  • Prior project management experience with increasing levels of responsibility.
  • Experience with California stormwater regulations, permits, and compliance programs.
  • Strong skills in proposal development, project financial management, and staff coaching.
  • Demonstrated adaptability and comfort working in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly to clients, regulators, and internal teams.
  • Familiarity with the California Construction General Permit (Order No. 2022-0057-DWQ).
  • QSD and QSP certifications strongly desired, or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license.
  • Experience engaging with industry organizations and supporting business development initiatives.
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
  • Project Manager Bonuses
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
project managementproposal developmentfinancial managementresource allocationbudgetingforecastingstaff coachingstormwater complianceregulatory complianceinnovative solutions
Soft Skills
leadershipmentoringcommunicationadaptabilityclient relationship managementcollaborationproblem-solvingpresentation skillsthought leadershipbusiness development
Certifications
QSD certificationQSP certificationProfessional Engineer (PE) license