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Michael Baker International · 8 hours ago

Texas Bridge Practice Lead

Dallas, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$156K/yr - $255K/yr

20+ years exp

Michael Baker International is seeking a visionary Texas Bridge Practice Lead to drive strategic growth, client engagement, and project excellence across their transportation practice in Texas. This high-impact leadership role involves collaborating with top-tier professionals to expand market presence and deliver high-quality infrastructure solutions.

ArchitectureInformation TechnologyService Industry

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead business development and client engagement strategies to expand our Bridge portfolio across Texas

Lead the Identification and pursuit of new opportunities, including alternative delivery methods (e.g., design-build, P3)

Partner with local and regional leadership to align technical capabilities with market needs and client expectations

Serve as Program Manager, Project Principal, or Technical Advisor on key transportation projects

Provide technical oversight and mentorship to project teams, ensuring quality, innovation, and compliance with industry standards

Support pursuit strategies and proposal development for major regional and national opportunities

Coordinate regularly with Office Executives, Department Managers, and Regional Practice Leads to ensure seamless project execution and resource alignment

Foster cross-discipline collaboration to deliver integrated solutions and leverage firm-wide capabilities

Build and maintain trusted relationships with clients, partners, and industry stakeholders

Represent Michael Baker strategically at industry events, conferences, and technical committees to elevate our brand and thought leadership

Monitor project performance, quality assurance, and financial metrics to ensure successful outcomes

Promote a culture of innovation and continuous improvement across all operations

Mentor and develop emerging leaders and technical staff

Support recruiting efforts to attract top talent and build a high-performing team

Qualification

Civil EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE) licenseTransportation infrastructureProject delivery methodsCommunication skillsCollaboration skillsRelationship-building skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license required or SE license

20+ years of progressive experience in transportation infrastructure, with a focus on bridges

Recognized industry leader with a strong professional network in Texas

Proven success in strategic business growth, business development, project delivery, and team leadership

Experience with multiple project delivery methods, including alternative delivery

Exceptional communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills

Preferred

Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Benefits

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

Company

Michael Baker International

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Michael Baker International is a Critical Service Provider company.

Founded in 1940

Alexandria, Virginia, USA

5001-10000 employees

http://mbakerintl.com/

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