Senior Project Manager - DOE

Company: Michael Baker International, Inc.
Location: Walnut Creek
Posted on: May 24, 2025

Job Description:

WHO WE AREMichael Baker International is a leading provider of , including design, planning, environmental, construction and program management. The company provides its comprehensive range of services and solutions to support U.S. federal, state, and municipal governments, foreign allied governments, and a wide range of commercial clients. Michael Baker's more than 4,000 employees across nearly 90 office locations are committed to a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technological advancement to help solve challenges for clients and communities throughout the country. To learn more, visit .INTEGRATED DESIGN & ADVISORY/ ARCHITECTURE & BUILDING ENGINEERINGMichael Baker International seamlessly integrates all our service offerings - Architecture, Planning, Engineering, and Project Management - to solve client challenges from multiple vantage points, providing unsurpassed holistic, sustainable, and innovative solutions. From high-profile, high-image landmarks to economical, utilitarian solutions, our professionals understand balancing image and cost appropriately for each unique situation. At Michael Baker International, we believe that the beauty of a project resides both in performance and aesthetics - "success" to us is measured by functionality, value, and exceeding clients' expectations to "Make a Difference."Our broader Integrated Design/Advisory Vertical is focused on providing full-service Planning, Design, Architecture, Engineering (MEP, Structural and Fire Protection), Cybersecurity, Commissioning, Cost Management, and Program Management services for Government, Institutional, and Private Sector clients. This specific role, working with both operational and client development leadership will play a crucial role in driving business growth while ensuring the successful delivery of projects, particularly with the Department of Energy facility infrastructure initiatives.POSITION DESCRIPTIONWe are seeking an enthusiastic, articulate, and motivated Department of Energy (DOE)-focused Senior Project Manager (PM III) to join our dynamic and growing Project Management team. This is a Seller-Doer role, actively supporting both Business Development and Operations priorities, located in the U.S. West (Northern California, Los Alamos, or Denver) and the Southeast (Knoxville, Savannah, or Columbia). Our strategy is the continued growth of our Federal (Department of Energy - DOE) Market, specific to Architecture/Engineering (A/E) IDIQ, MATOC, SATOC, and Design/Build contract vehicles.The candidate will be a licensed Architect or Engineer who demonstrates successful experience with Federal, specifically DOE clients delivering A/E programs and projects, including management of geographically dispersed, multi-disciplinary, collaborative project design teams comprised of architects, interiors designers, civil engineers, and building systems engineers. Responsible for all aspects of program and project management, the candidate must also be adept in evaluating potential opportunities to determine probabilities of success, providing recommendations, determining project schedules, and funding limitations, outlining procedures for accomplishing project requirements, and allocating available resources to various project phases. Additionally, the candidate must demonstrate strong collaboration and communication skills with the ability to develop new, and strengthen existing, positive relationships, both internally and externally, with colleagues and new clients, respectively. Articulate, concise, and consistent communication is essential for collaborating with leadership and project resources to outline workplan, responsibilities, quality management, risk assessment, and scope of authority, all the while ensuring that project milestones and objectives are accomplished within the prescribed scope, schedule, and budget parameters, clearly documenting, and communicating project progress to team and leadership.Other essential skills include creative problem-solving, organizational skills, financial project management skills, production management capabilities, and a proven understanding of construction documents and constructability.BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the Department of Energy (DOE) complex with a focus on National Nuclear Security Administration and/or Office of Science infrastructure rehabilitation and line-item capital development opportunities.
• Bring and develop strong relationships with DOE (i.e., Headquarters, Field Office, Acquisition, and Federal Project Directors), other stakeholders, and industry partners (Tier 1 & 2 contractors) with a particular emphasis on DOE facilities/sites in the U.S. West and Southeast.
• Support teaming for Prime/Sub, Joint Venture (JV), and other arrangements (e.g., Mentor-Prot--g--, Alaskan Native Corporation, etc.).
• Demonstrate business development/marketing experience as a "Seller-Doer" including proposal management, writing, technical response proposals (SF330, Design/Build, etc.), and presentation/interview skills.
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities.PROGRAM/PROJECT MANAGEMENT
  • Actively engage in robust, consistent communication with key existing clients/programs to determine needs, preferences, and future program opportunities.
  • Create and manage near and long-term goals for programs in which the candidate is engaged. Consistent collaboration with Michael Baker Federal National Market Leads and Operations is essential.
  • Routinely assess our program strengths and identify areas for improvement. Continually monitor program risks and strive to address and mitigate.
  • Coordinate throughout the Federal Enterprise, leveraging the strength and diverse array of talents of our organization to effectively meet our client's needs.
  • Lead and manage large scale IDIQ, MATOC, SATOC, etc. programs to ensure projects are delivered with excellence and quality to Client and Michael Baker standards.
  • Actively engage as a Senior Project Manager or Deputy Program Manager on various federal projects.
  • Develop/implement project work plans/methodologies for complex projects, as applicable. Lead projects/task orders for programs in which the candidate is engaged.
  • Direct and coordinate activities of multi-disciplinary staff to ensure project progression per schedule, on budget, and within scope parameters.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, guidance (e.g., DOE O 413.3B, Program & Project Management for the Acquisition of Capital Assets), standards (e.g., NQA-1) and best practices.EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
    • Demonstrated experience delivering infrastructure and facility design assignments for Department of Energy (DOE) projects/programs including working knowledge of DOE guidance, directives, and quality requirements.
    • Possession of, or ability to acquire, appropriate security clearance(s) to access DOE facilities and installations.
    • Possess proficient experience and understanding of interdisciplinary relationships between technical resources, clients, and stakeholders.
    • Build rapport and establish positive relationships with existing and prospective clients to ensure client-focused performance.
    • Specific experience with Design/Build and/or alternate project delivery methods is preferred.
    • Understand Michael Baker International's competitor services and offerings; actively build our technical services to be comparable with, or superior to, competitors' consulting service offerings.
    • Familiarity with Building Information Modeling (BIM) [Autodesk Revit Architecture/AutoCAD] software and application project implementation.
    • Familiarity and experience with technical specifications software, including SpecsIntact, MasterSpec, etc., as well as Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) and building codes.
    • Possess excellent computer skills with high proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Adobe, and Bluebeam.PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
      • U.S. CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED.
      • BS/BA Architecture or Engineering; Bachelor of Architecture; or MS/MA Architecture or Engineering.
      • Licensed Architect (RA/AIA) or Professional Engineer (PE) is required.
      • Minimum of 10 years of experience in the coordination and management of Federal DoD and/or Federal Civilian markets, programs, and projects with a focus on Department of Energy (DOE) facility infrastructure.
      • Project Management Professional (PMP) credentials preferred.
      • LEED Accredited Professional (AP), or equivalent, preferred.
      • Travel (25%+/-) is anticipated based on program/project responsibilities.CompensationThe salary range for this position is $119,000 to $207,000. The actual salary offered will be dependent on the experience and expertise of the incoming candidate.BenefitsWe 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
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