Construction Manager

  • Michael Baker International
  • Detroit, Michigan
  • Full Time

CONSTRUCTION SERVICES PRACTICE

Michael Baker Internationals 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.

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker is actively seeking a Construction Manager to join our team! This is a leadership position requiring construction and administration experience. The qualified applicant must demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of transportation CEI and Construction Management Services and a track record of successful project delivery and client relationships. Responsibilities include:

  • Establish projects and lead production teams with successful delivery on key pursuits through the provision of technical direction; oversight of fiscal management relative to scope, schedule, and budget; promote adherence to client management, implementation of quality control processes and appropriate level of delegation to, and oversight of, key supporting staff
  • Negotiate contracts with MDOT or other contracting agencies
  • Manage financial performance of the business and negotiate fees with design-build contractors.
  • Responsible for Marketing and business development oversight
  • Maintain and develop relationships with clients within our industry
  • Manage field supervisors providing direction to the inspection teams for the construction of highways and bridges primarily for MDOT. Work closely with client project manager, teaming partners, and Michael Baker QC/QA team.
  • Coordinate with the construction contractor, the owner, inspectors and stakeholders.
  • Oversee change order justifications, inspector performance, and resolution of construction issues.
  • Mentor and develop junior CEI project managers.
  • Implement CM/CEI best practices across the region for employees and staff to follow.
  • Serves as a key project resource interfacing with the clients, assists project managers with providing a high-quality product that meets the schedule and maintains client satisfaction.
  • Connect / cross-market other discipline services and solutions. Support other disciplines that have existing client relationships and leverage those relationships for growth opportunities

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  • 10+ years of construction engineering management and inspection experience for transportation projects.
  • MDOT minimum experience with roadway and bridge construction specifications, policies, and general procedures
  • Demonstrate leadership skills and communication skills requiring client interaction
  • Computer skills to include Microsoft Office, Microstation/MS Project/ Primavera

COMPENSATION

The approximate compensation range for this position is $101,207- $150,335 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.

Job ID: 489311119
Originally Posted on: 8/13/2025

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