Federal Program Manager

Job DescriptionDESCRIPTION Michael Baker International is seeking a Federal Program Manager with substantial experience working with USACE Civil Works programs and projects. The primary focus of the candidate will be to support our growing Federal market team with USACE Civil Works strategy development, client engagement, pursuit and capture management, and ultimately managing Civil Works contracts and programs. Candidates should be able to act independently, plan, direct, and lead activities of a given project / program to ensure that goals or objectives are accomplished within prescribed time frames and funding parameters. The candidate should also demonstrate excellent attention to detail, writing, presentation, interpersonal, and time management skills. In addition, they should have experience with USACE Civil Works Business Lines such as navigation, flood risk management, ecosystem restoration, environmental stewardship, etc. The candidate should have experience with project types such locks, dams, shoreline resiliency and other civil works project types. The successful candidate will provide leadership to assigned project staff as well as acting as a senior civil works resource for both market and technical staff. RESPONSIBILITIES Grow the USACE Civil Works portfolio. Engage USACE and other agency leadership to understand upcoming business and teaming opportunities, and position Michael Baker International for success. Engage AE and General Contractor Industry Partners to develop team relationships. Engage Michael Baker International Regional Market/Practice Leads, Office Executives, National Market Leads, National Practice Leads and selective subject matter experts to develop relationships, pursue opportunities, and execute work. Develop an opportunity funnel of future contract opportunities and engage with those District contracting offices to understand the requirement and position for the solicitation. Keep Executive Leadership and Ownership Team apprised of the Civil Works Strategy and progress towards growing the program. Enhance small business relationships in conjunction with the National Market Leads, Regional Practice Leads and Regional Office Executives. Represent Michael Baker International with outreach efforts, including professional societies and other organizations linked to federal agencies. ESSENTIAL DUTIES In conjunction with Operations, review upcoming opportunities and make a Go / No-Go determination. In conjunction with the appropriate Operations Office and Proposal Development, assemble and lead a Capture team to win pursuits. In conjunction with the Operations team, determine the best PM to lead projects and task orders. In conjunction with the Operations team, manage multi-year IDIQs, developing and driving processes that maximize quality, delivery, and profitability of the project teams. Maintain client relationships with Civil Works Districts. Confer with project staff to review work plans and to assign duties, responsibilities, and scope of authority. Participate in project status reviews for Civil Works projects. Identify new business opportunities and position Michael Baker for selection through client relationship building and influencing selection processes. Manage and coach project teams on USACE and USACE Civil Works by providing technical advice and assisting in problem solving at an advanced level. Occasional travel (25%) may be required. PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS Four-year degree in Engineering or Architecture; Master's degree preferred Minimum of twenty (20) + years of experience with federal agencies or federal clients. Strong relationships with the multiple agencies of the federal government. Knowledge of the USACE civil works mission, and structures of supported government agencies. Strong understanding of the federal markets and federal contracting. Significant experience building and maintaining productive relationships with federal government agencies. Strong leadership skills, interpersonal and presentation skills. Experience in leading a team of highly skilled professionals and internal networking across a large enterprise organization. Excellent communication, negotiation, coordination and managerial skills. Experience with and a working knowledge of the SF330 process. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear; sit and use fine motor control. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. COMPENSATION The approximate compensation range for this position is $161,750 - $252,622 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. BENEFITS We offer a comprehensive benefits package including: 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 #LI-TS #LI-HYBRID About Us 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 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 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.

Created: 2026-03-10