Senior Project Manager – Drainage/Stormwater

Michael Baker International

Senior Project Manager at Michael Baker International overseeing drainage and stormwater projects. Leading a team of engineers in Arizona or Nevada with a focus on hydrologic and hydraulic modeling.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timePhoenix • Arizona, Nevada • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $140,000 - $190,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, project management, and the preparation of technical reports and design documents. Proficient in client engagement, business development, and the application of engineering judgment in water resources projects.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Professional Engineer (PE) LicenseHydrologic and Hydraulic ModelingProject ManagementCertified Floodplain Manager (CFM)ADOT Project Experience

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Hard Skills

Hydraulic CalculationsTechnical Report PreparationDesign Drawings DevelopmentCost EstimatesQuantity Takeoffs1-D Hydraulic Models2-D Hydraulic ModelsHydraulic Structure DesignData CollectionFieldwork

Soft Skills

Excellent Oral CommunicationExcellent Written CommunicationStrong Engineering Judgment

Tools & Technologies

MS Office SuiteOracle-based ERP Project Financial Reporting SystemRAS-2DFLO-2D

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE)Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM)

Industry Keywords

Water Resources ProjectsRoadway Infrastructure DesignDrainage Infrastructure DesignTechnical ExhibitsDesign-Bid-Build Projects

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work with a team of engineers and designers performing various tasks from developing hydrologic and hydraulic models to preparing plans, specifications/estimates for roadway and drainage infrastructure design projects and performing data collection and fieldwork
Attend and actively participate in client marketing and project meetings, assist in identifying new opportunities, and assist with business development and development of marketing proposals
Oversee the preparation of hydrological and hydraulic calculations, modeling, and preparation of technical reports, technical exhibits, and design drawings for design-bid-build and design projects
Development of hydrologic and 1-D, unsteady, and 2-D hydraulic models such as RAS-2D and FLO-2D
Analysis and design of hydraulic structures and surface and/or subsurface flow systems
Preparation of maps and technical reports
Development of drawings and specifications for design projects
Coordination of changes to drawings and specifications with project team leaders
Development of cost estimates and quantity takeoffs for design projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Professional Engineer (PE) license, AZ and/or NV
B.S. in Civil or Environmental Engineering
15+ years of experience in project management
Relevant ADOT project experience
Certified floodplain manager (CFM) is strongly encouraged
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong engineering judgment and a solid background in water resources projects
Proficiency with MS Office Suite and Oracle-based ERP Project Financial Reporting System

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