One day it's a covert statement to a mother returning to work after maternity leave. Another day it's a lingering gaze at an employee enjoying a culturally rich meal. These microaggressions (or sometimes macroaggressions) can take an employee from a confident, high-performer to one that feels insecure being themselves at work. Your employees engage with people with different ideas and feel most comfortable and valued when they can work without losing their cultural, racial, and gender identity. While most employers know this, why have workplace racism and sexism often been neglected?

The Effects of Workplace Racism and Sexism

Employers must address workplace racism and sexism to create safe and inclusive work environments. Educate and nurture your current employees, and aim to recruit and diversify your workforce to reduce racism and sexism in the workplace. Post a free job on Get to start building a more diverse team!

The summer had economists from around the globe embroiled in a debate about a possible recession coming in the next few years (or months). As of October 2022, the U.S. Labor Department data put the current inflation rate at 7.7%. The recent layoffs in the tech industry are just the first of what is soon to be a string of cutbacks by companies looking to save costs. For recruiters, this means freezes in hiring and fewer openings. It will also include the uphill task of finding the best candidates for them from the coming influx of recently laid-off job seekers. Now is probably a good time to brace for tough times in the next few years in the talent acquisition industry. To survive and thrive recruiting in a recession, here are some hard truths you will need to accept.

Recruiting in a Recession: Hard Truths That Talent Acquisition Experts Must Accept

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Why is email etiquette important? Let's imagine you're hiring for a new role, and you’ve just received the email below.

Email Etiquette Principles - Why is it Important 

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"Nothing we do is more important than hiring and developing people."

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The world of work has drastically changed in the past few years. Where a good salary and a nice office might have been enough to attract talent in the past, employees today expect flexibility, growth opportunities, and a healthy work environment. In fact,&nbsp;77%&nbsp;of applicants say they’d consider a company’s culture before applying for a job.&nbsp;

7 Importances of Organizational Culture and How to Build It

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Talent acquisition is a multi-stage process where candidates undergo various application steps before getting hired. The unfortunate reality is that it is a labor-intense system, with the hiring manager and recruiter often handling all of the work on their own. Ask any one of them, and you will hear about the overabundance of applications and the demanding task of filtering through them to find the best candidates. The quality of talent suffers under the weight of all that work on one person's hands. It's not easy, but as many companies are starting to realize, there is a better way. The future of talent acquisition lies in collaborative recruiting!

Collaborative Recruiting: The Key to a Better Talent Acquisition Strategy

Talent acquisition is an intense and labor-intensive process. Collaborative recruiting allows teams to share the responsibilities, resulting in better crops of candidates and an improved culture fit. It also increases organizational efficiency and camaraderie among staff, creating a successful foundation for any company.

It's never an easy decision to let members of your staff go, but depending on the state of your business, mass layoffs may have been the only way to survive. Now that you're months into the future, you may find yourself itching to start hiring again after previous layoffs. 

Hiring Again After Mass Layoffs

Layoffs can be necessary for business survival, but need to be handled carefully. Analyze the market to decide if it's the right time to hire again. Consider the skillsets needed and weigh legal risks before re-hiring or filling positions that were recently cut.

Job DescriptionDESCRIPTION Michael Baker International is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our Architectural Engineering team in Moon Township, PA and the possibility of remote work.. The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic Electrical Engineer with responsibilities including design and documentation for a broad range of product types.. Based in Pittsburgh and with nearly 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.. About the TeamARCHITECTURE & BUILDING ENGINEERING PRACTICE Michael Baker International seamlessly integrates all our service offerings - architecture, planning, landscape architecture, engineering and management - to solve client challenges from multiple vantage points, providing unsurpassed holistic, sustainable, and innovative solutions.. At Michael Baker International, we believe that the beauty of a project resides both in performance and aesthetics - "success" to us is measured by functionality, value, and exceeding clients' expectations to "Make a Difference."

Electrical Engineer

Job DescriptionDESCRIPTION  Michael Baker International is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our Architectural Engineering team in Moon Township, PA and the possibility of remote work. The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic Electrical Engineer with responsibilities including design and documentation for a broad range of product types. With a current focus on growing Federal, Department of Defense, and International project opportunities, along with market-driven diversification including Healthcare, and Industrial, they will work in multi-disciplinary, collaborative project design teams with architects, interior designers, civil engineers, and building systems engineers. They must demonstrate organizational skills, an ability to work in a team environment, and an advanced understanding of construction documents and constructability. Provide electrical designs at a level of competence of being in responsible charge of the design; stamp and seal documents; field technical questions; peer review electrical designs Play an integral part in preparation of proposals, qualifications submittals, and interview presentations Schedule and facilitate or participate in kick off meetings Train and oversee the work of less experienced electrical engineers, designers, and CAD technicians Establish and meet timelines and deadlines, prepare construction documents and reports, coordinate with sub-consultants, coordinate final production, and delivery of electrical designs   PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS    Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with a focus on Electrical Engineering 5-10 years of related experience Licensed Professional Engineer Effective visual / verbal communication skills Possess a proficient understanding of inter-relationships among design & engineering disciplines, clients, and constructors Engineering software experience (SKM, Easypower, AGI32, Elumtools) Knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM) Knowledge of Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, Team, and Sharepoint  COMPENSATION The salary range for this position is $82,804-$172,523. This will be dependent on the experience and expertise of the incoming candidate.  BENEFITS We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:  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 80 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.Based in Pittsburgh and with nearly 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 Affirmative Action/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. As a covered federal contractor, Michael Baker International is required to comply with Executive Order 14042, Ensuring Adequate COVID Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors, and its implementing guidelines. If the federal vaccine mandate is found to be valid and enforceable, this will include ensuring that all covered employees are fully vaccinated for COVID-19, except in limited circumstances where there is a legal entitlement to an accommodate. In addition, you may be subject to current or future state or local COVID-19 vaccine mandates that could become a condition of your employment based upon your work location or involvement on a project. Accordingly, Michael Baker encourages you to provide satisfactory proof that you are "fully vaccinated" for COVID-19 so as to ensure compliance with any potential applicable federal, state, or local laws. 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, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status 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.About the TeamARCHITECTURE & BUILDING ENGINEERING PRACTICE Michael Baker International seamlessly integrates all our service offerings - architecture, planning, landscape architecture, engineering and management - to solve client challenges from multiple vantage points, providing unsurpassed holistic, sustainable, and innovative solutions. From high-profile, high-image landmarks to low-cost, utilitarian solutions, our professionals know how to balance image and cost appropriately for each unique situation. At Michael Baker International, we believe that the beauty of a project resides both in performance and aesthetics - "success" to us is measured by functionality, value, and exceeding clients' expectations to "Make a Difference."

Architectural Electrical Engineer - Remote

We seamlessly integrate our service offerings — architecture, planning, design, engineering, and management — to solve clients’ challenges from multiple vantage points, providing unsurpassed holistic, sustainable, and innovative solutions.. We believe that the beauty of a project resides both in performance and aesthetics — “success” to us is measured by functionality, value and exceeding our clients’ expectations.. The Senior Interior Designer will balance creativity and technical expertise to design functional and innovative spaces for a broad range of project types including clients that are local, national, and international.. Knowledge of building codes and standards Experience in writing construction specifications with Masterspec and/or SpecsinTact Demonstrated Building Information Modeling (BIM) [Autodesk Revit Architecture]/AutoCAD proficiency Demonstrated Microsoft Office Suite (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook/Access) proficiency required Design talent, graphic presentation and effective verbal communication skills are essential Graphics/rendering software (Enscape, Adobe Creative Suite, 3D Max, Rhino, Vray etc.). BENEFITS We offer a comprehensive benefits package including: 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 MICHAEL BAKER INTERNATIONAL EEO STATEMENT Michael Baker International is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Senior Interior Designer

WHO WE ARE Michael Baker International is a leading provider of , including design, planning, environmental, construction and program management. At Michael Baker International, our work to improve infrastructure and enhance communities has worldwide impact. We are one of the world’s leading engineering and consulting firms. Our comprehensive range of services support U.S. federal, state and municipal governments, foreign allied governments, and a wide range of commercial clients. Our more than 3,400 employees serve as trusted advisers to the communities we work with, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable, and more prosperous. With every project, every day, we strive to deliver excellence. To learn more, visit . ARCHITECTURE & BUILDING ENGINEERING PRACTICE Internationally recognized with a portfolio spanning more than 80 years, Michael Baker provides creative technical ability, visionary design, and collaborative integration. We seamlessly integrate our service offerings — architecture, planning, design, engineering, and management — to solve clients’ challenges from multiple vantage points, providing unsurpassed holistic, sustainable, and innovative solutions. From high-profile, high-image landmarks to economical, utilitarian solutions, we know how to balance image and cost appropriately for each unique situation. We believe that the beauty of a project resides both in performance and aesthetics — “success” to us is measured by functionality, value and exceeding our clients’ expectations. **U.S. CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION** The Senior Interior Designer will balance creativity and technical expertise to design functional and innovative spaces for a broad range of project types including clients that are local, national, and international. The candidate will be enthusiastic, motivated, and passionate about Interior Design. They will assist with the current focus of expanding Federal, Department of Defense (DoD), and international project opportunities, along with market-driven diversification including Healthcare, Aviation, Commercial, Transit, and Adaptive Re-Use. We are open to Remote workers, or candidates who are based in Moon Township, PA. RESPONSIBILITIES Lead interior design efforts on all project phases including programming, conceptual design, schematic design, design development, construction documentation and construction administration Work in multi-disciplinary, collaborative design teams with architects, interior designers, and building systems engineers Work independently under general supervision and lead interior design projects with final product reviewed for accuracy and completeness Space planning, selection of finishes and furnishings of interior environments with attention to architectural, engineering, sustainability, ergonomic, constructability, business-use, and cost factors Prepare and assemble presentations, narratives, and reports. Proficiency in selecting and specifying furniture, finishes and equipment (FF&E) and utilizing database programs for documentation Development of interior finish concepts, selections of finishes and documentations of specifications Mentor junior staff and ability to delegate work to other team members Attend on-site client meetings or construction administration activities requiring periodic local, regional, or national travel Demonstrate creative problem-solving, organizational skills, and a good understanding of construction documents, detailing, and constructability Works independently, requires minimal guidance and acts as a resource for peers with less experience Must be able to field questions from contractors on areas of the project they have led during design and construction phases PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design from and accredited university 8+ years of relevant experience, including demonstrated success as a Lead Interior Designer with a range of project experience indicating the design and documentation of architectural/interiors projects Experience in documenting FF&E specifications and managing all aspects of the FF&E process working with clients and vendors. Knowledge of building codes and standards Experience in writing construction specifications with Masterspec and/or SpecsinTact Demonstrated Building Information Modeling (BIM) [Autodesk Revit Architecture]/AutoCAD proficiency Demonstrated Microsoft Office Suite (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook/Access) proficiency required Design talent, graphic presentation and effective verbal communication skills are essential Graphics/rendering software (Enscape, Adobe Creative Suite, 3D Max, Rhino, Vray etc.) experience not required but desirable Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are important for success Experience in Federal sector, Department of Defense a plus NCIDQ required LEED accreditation preferred WELL AP preferred Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to articulate ideas, both verbally and in writing; personable and outgoing in work relationships, both externally and internally; highly precise, detailed, and self-organized Provide a link to an online portfolio or provide sample projects with application COMPENSATION The salary range for this position is $72,207-$108,335 and will be dependent on the experience and expertise of the incoming candidate. BENEFITS We offer a comprehensive benefits package including: 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 MICHAEL BAKER INTERNATIONAL EEO STATEMENT Michael Baker International is proud to be an Affirmative Action/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, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status 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.

Architectural Electrical Engineer - Remote

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