at Michael Baker International in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
BRIDGE PRACTICE
Michael Baker International has addressed bridge design, construction and preservation challenges with innovative and sustainable solutions. Exemplifying its depth and versatility in the bridge space, Michael Baker International, ranked Number Four by Engineering News-Record in its annual ranking of Bridge Design Firms in the United States, has partnered with clients on a full spectrum of bridge types-from conventional grade separations to major, complex river crossings, including trusses, arches, box girders and cable-stayed bridges.
DESCRIPTION
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.
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...
Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity
