Location: Chicago, IL
Company: Michael Baker International
feel a sense of pride in knowing that you are helping Michael Baker International provide innovative solutions to transportation challenges, big and small, and Making a Difference for the clients and communities we serve! The main focus of this role will be to serve as an inspection team leader on our Illinois Tollway GEC project.
This is an excellent opportunity to work directly with the client in a key role. RESPONSIBILITIES Lead field inspections as Structural Inspection Team Leader + Bridge Inspections - Element Level, Fracture Critical, Damage/Special, Supplemental, Routine (as needed) + Sign Structure Inspections - all types + Structural Wall Inspections - retaining walls, noise
abatement walls, sight screen walls + Support for Facilities, Roadway, Culverts, Asset Recovery, etc. + Plans, coordinates and leads in sections ranging from coordinating equipment usage and traffic control to helping ensure that poorly and fracture critical structures are inspected on schedule.
Support structural aspects of the Illinois Tollway system including design reviews, systemwide projects, construction walk-throughs, manual updates, special issues, specifications, standard drawings, load rating and asset management (capital program). Mentor staff in their technical and professional development for future growth. Strong technical ability able to lead, perform, and check bridge
and structure designs to ensure accuracy with design codes and client requirements Coordinate with engineers and technicians to ensure accurate deliverables meeting client expectations Demonstrate complete knowledge of CAD and Microsoft Office programs to produce high quality product Ability to coordinate and communicate with other disciplines effectively Development of and adherence to scope, schedule, and budget for structural tasks PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS Bachelor of Science in Engineering from ABET Accredited University - OR - Masters of Science from ABET Accredited University focusing on structures 5+ years of bridge inspection, bridge design/management + Certified NBIS Bridge Inspection Team Leader + Minimum of 25 signed Bridge Inspection Reports NBIS Element Level & Fracture Critical Training Illinois P.
E. registration or the ability to obtain in 3 months Ability to work effectively in multi-disciplinary project teams. Ability to work in varying field conditions (heights, in lifts, through vegetation, culverts, etc. ) Familiarity with AASHTO, IDOT, and ISHTA design and construction standards Excellent written and oral communication skills. Self-motivated, flexible, and able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational and time-management skills COMPENSATION The approximate compensation range for this position is $90,558 to $130,743. 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. 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 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. 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, interactionual 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. Michael Baker International is seeking a highly-motivated Structural Inspection Team Leader to support of our growing bridge practice within Illinois in our Chicago, IL office.
The ideal candidate will be able to lead and perform conventional and complex bridge and structure designs, load ratings, and bridge inspections. You will feel a sense of pride in knowing that you are helping Michael Baker International provide innovative solutions to transportation challenges, big and small, and Making a Difference for the clients and communities we serve! The main focus of this role will be to serve as an inspection team leader on our Illinois Tollway GEC project. This is an excellent opportunity to work directly with the client in a key role.
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