About this role
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 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.
Based in Pittsburgh and with over 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 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, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, 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.
*It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
*There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.
CONSTRUCTION SERVICES PRACTICE
Michael Baker International’s 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, estimators and safety experts. As new technologies evolve throughout the construction industry, innovative ideas are required to maintain and deliver successful construction projects.
What We're Looking For:
Michael Baker International is seeking a Construction Field Engineer to support transportation infrastructure projects throughout PennDOT District 8. The successful candidate will play a key role in the delivery of highway, bridge, roadway, and transportation construction projects by providing field support, construction oversight, documentation, quality assurance, and coordination services. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside contractors, PennDOT representatives, and project teams to help ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable standards and specifications.
What You'll Do:
• Assist with the administration and inspection of transportation construction projects involving highways, bridges, roadways, intersections, and related infrastructure. • Monitor contractor activities to ensure compliance with project plans, specifications, PennDOT standards, and contract requirements. • Perform field observations and verify quantities for completed work. • Review construction schedules and monitor project progress. • Prepare daily reports, project documentation, and construction records. • Coordinate with contractors, PennDOT representatives, utility companies, and project stakeholders. • Assist with requests for information (RFIs), change orders, and field issue resolution. • Support quality assurance and quality control efforts, including material testing and documentation review. • Participate in project meetings and communicate construction updates to project team members. • Monitor job site safety practices and report potential safety concerns. • Utilize engineering software and project management tools to track project activities and documentation. • Travel to project sites throughout PennDOT District 8 as required.
What You Need to Succeed:
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related engineering field, preferred, not required. • 2+ years of experience supporting transportation, highway, bridge, roadway, or civil infrastructure projects. • Understanding of construction methods, engineering principles, and field documentation practices. • Ability to read and interpret engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents. • Experience working on PennDOT transportation projects.
Compensation
The approximate compensation range for this position is $65,281 - $110,769. 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.
Why Choose Us:
• 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
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