CONSTRUCTION SERVICES PRACTICEMichael Baker International's Construction Services staff supports clients by acting as their trusted on-site agent through all phases of construction, from pre-design to close-out, by providing qualified construction managers, inspectors, constructability reviewers, schedulers, estimatorsand safety experts. As new technologies evolve throughout the construction industry, innovative ideas are required to maintain and deliver successful construction projects.
What We're Looking For:Michael Baker is seeking an experienced Transportation Construction Manager to lead high-visibility infrastructure projects in the Cincinnati region. This is an opportunity to play a key leadership role on major roadway, highway, and bridge improvements, partnering with DOT clients and shaping projects that directly impact local communities.
We're looking for a results-driven leader who thrives in the field, enjoys mentoring teams, and has a proven ability to deliver complex projects on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards.
What You'll Do: - Lead day-to-day construction management and inspection activities on high-impact transportation projects (highways, interchanges, bridges, arterials)
- Serve as the primary point of leadership for field staff, inspectors, and project teams-driving performance, accountability, and development
- Oversee contractor operations to ensure compliance with ODOT/KYTC standards, safety requirements, and project specifications
- Manage all aspects of construction administration, including contracts, pay applications, change orders, RFIs, and project documentation
- Build and maintain strong partnerships with DOT representatives, clients, and stakeholders
- Drive project success by actively monitoring schedule, budget, and quality performance
- Lead project meetings and provide clear, strategic updates to clients and senior leadership
- Ensure all work aligns with federal, state, and local regulations
What You Need to Succeed: - Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
- 10+ years of experience in transportation construction management (roadway/bridge focus)
- Strong working knowledge of ODOT and/or KYTC standards and processes (certifications a plus)
- Proven ability to lead teams and deliver complex infrastructure projects successfully
- Strong communication skills with the ability to build trust across teams and clients
- Ability to interpret construction plans, specifications, and technical requirements with confidence
- Willingness to travel to project sites and work in dynamic, field-based environments
Compensation:The approximate compensation range for this position is $101,000 - $160,000. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.
About us Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world's most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.
Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.
We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.
We Make a Difference.
Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status.
EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.
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*There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.
Michael Baker is seeking an experienced Transportation Construction Manager to lead high-visibility infrastructure projects in the Cincinnati region.