Deputy Bridge Group Lead

Job DescriptionBRIDGE PRACTICEAt Michael Baker International, we deliver innovative, sustainable bridge solutions that shape communities across the country. Ranked among the Top 10 Bridge Design Firms in the U.S. by ENR, our team’s partner on everything from complex river crossings to signature, large‑scale transportation programs.What We're Looking ForMichael Baker International is seeking a Deputy Bridge Group Leader / Senior Project Manager to join our Bridge Practice in Lakewood, Colorado. This role is ideal for an experienced bridge engineering leader who enjoys delivering complex transportation projects while developing and mentoring high‑performing teams.The successful candidate will lead engineers and designers, ensure technical excellence and client satisfaction, support business development efforts, and help shape the strategic direction of the Bridge group—working within a collaborative, high‑performing culture focused on professional growth.What You'll Do Lead project contracting and execution in coordination with regional and local leadership. Support business development efforts by pursuing new work, growing backlog, and managing client relationships across Colorado and the West Region. Oversee design and plan production for bridge projects delivered via design-bid-build, design-build, CM/GC, and progressive design-build. Develop project work plans, staffing strategies, and coordinate workshare or recruitment as needed. Perform QA/QC reviews while mentoring, training, and developing staff. Coordinate with other Project Managers to balance workloads and staffing. Help set the strategic direction of the Bridge group and increase market presence through professional associations, conferences, publications, and industry involvement. Lead performance feedback, technical mentorship, and staff utilization planning What You Need To Succeed Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering 12–15+ years of experience in Bridge Design / Structures Engineering 5+ years of Project Management experience preferred Master’s or PhD preferred (may substitute for 1–4 years of experience) Strong written and verbal communication skills Excellent engineering judgment and bridge engineering expertise Experience and established relationships with CDOT, City and County of Denver, and other regional agencies Intermountain West DOT experience strongly preferred Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Colorado (or ability to obtain) CompensationThe approximate compensation range for this position is $150,000-$225,000 to per year. 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.Why Choose Us 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 About UsMichael 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.It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.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.