Senior Project Manager, National Dams Team

Michael Baker International

Senior Project Manager leading a diverse portfolio of dam projects at Michael Baker International. Overseeing project management, design, and collaboration with regulatory agencies.

Posted 6/5/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $120,000 - $170,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Be instrumental in the successful planning, management, and delivery of our Dams Group projects
Develop and manage projects and proposals to meet client and regulatory needs
Work closely with the clients and regulatory agencies as part of a multi-discipline team
Develop project scope of work documents and project plans that include an analysis of benefit, cost, work schedule, and any related risks
Lead design team in developing project drawings, technical specifications, schedule, and bid tabs
Monitor and communicate project related issues, scope changes variances and contingencies that may arise during the construction of projects
Develop innovative and cost-effective solutions to construction-related conflicts and RFIs
Meet with and effectively communicate with project partners, project stakeholders and public to maintain strong relationships
Mentor junior staff
Assist in marketing for the surface water discipline, the office, and the Company

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related Engineering degree
Registered Professional Engineer (PE)
10 + years of project management experience in the dams, levee, and surface water design space
Familiarity with basic hydrology and hydraulic design software
Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D
Familiarity with permit application development and coordination for federal, state, and local agencies
Previous experience working with projects that include planning & feasibility, assessments, design, grading, and detailing of dam and surface water facilities
FERC experience and certification experience is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision insurance
401k Retirement Plan
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
Professional and personal development
Generous paid time off
Commuter and wellness benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementhydrologyhydraulic designdesign documentationcost analysisrisk analysisconstruction conflict resolutionproject schedulingfeasibility assessmentsgrading and detailing

Soft Skills

communicationmentoringrelationship managementteam collaborationproblem-solving

Certifications

Registered Professional Engineer (PE)FERC certification