Michael Baker International

Project Manager (Industrial & Defense OEM)

Michael Baker International  •  $120k - $180k/yr  •  Dallas, TX (Onsite)  •  1 day ago
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Job Description

DALLAS/FT. WORTH ARCHITECTURE & ENGINEERING PRACTICE

Michael Baker International is growing in Dallas/Fort Worth—and we’re looking for talented Architecture and Engineering professionals to help shape what comes next. As we expand our presence across the Defense OEM, Advanced Manufacturing, and Federal markets, we’re building a high-impact, multidisciplinary team positioned to support some of the nation’s most important and mission-critical programs.

This is an opportunity to join a growing regional practice backed by the strength of a national firm. Team members will collaborate with local and national leaders, work alongside recognized industry experts, and contribute to complex projects that advance national security, strengthen advanced manufacturing capabilities, and drive long-term economic growth. For professionals seeking meaningful work, technical challenge, and the chance to help build something from the ground up in a dynamic market, this is an exciting time to join Michael Baker.

What We're Looking For:

Michael Baker International is seeking a Project Manager to help lead and grow our Architecture and Building Engineering practice in Dallas/Fort Worth and the Southwest region, with a strategic focus on the Industrial and Defense OEM and Data Center markets, while also supporting established markets such as Federal, Aviation, and Transit in partnership with our multidisciplinary leadership team.

This is a leadership opportunity for a credentialed professional who excels at managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects, guiding high-performing teams, and building strong client relationships. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering quality projects, advancing business development efforts, and strengthening Michael Baker’s presence across targeted growth markets.

What You'll Do:

  • Lead multi-disciplinary architecture and engineering projects from pursuit through delivery.
  • Manage project scope, schedule, budget, staffing, quality, and risk.
  • Develop project work plans and coordinate resources across geographically dispersed teams.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients.
  • Support strategic growth in the Industrial and Defense OEM market, while also contributing to opportunities in Federal, Aviation, Transit, and related sectors.
  • Evaluate opportunities, support capture and pursuit efforts, and contribute to proposal development.
  • Collaborate with operations, market leaders, and technical teams to align project execution with business goals.
  • Represent Michael Baker at client meetings, industry events, and market-facing activities.
  • Promote a strong seller-doer culture through project leadership and business development engagement.
  • Contribute innovative design solutions that support evolving technologies and future development through fast-paced, compressed schedules aligned with client requirements.

What You Need to Succeed:

  • Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
  • Professional licensure required: Registered Architect (RA/AIA), Professional Engineer (PE), or equivalent.
  • 10+ years of experience managing multi-disciplinary architecture/building engineering projects and teams.
  • Specific experience related to Industrial and Defense OEM and Data Center clients and projects preferred.
  • Demonstrated success in project management, team leadership, and client engagement.
  • Strong financial acumen and experience managing project performance.
  • Experience with Design/Build or other alternative delivery methods preferred.
  • Business development experience, including client development and proposal support, preferred.
  • Familiarity with BIM, digital delivery, and emerging AI-enabled design tools.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, and Bluebeam.

Additional Requirements

  • U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.
  • Ability to work in-person approximately two (2) days per week in either the Dallas or Fort Worth offices.
  • Travel of approximately 25% is expected based on project and program needs.
  • PMP and/or LEED AP credentials are preferred.

Compensation

The approximate compensation range for this position $120,000- $180,000 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.

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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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.

Michael Baker International

About Michael Baker International

Michael Baker International is a leading provider of engineering, consulting and technology services spanning four Verticals: Infrastructure, Integrated Design and Advisory (IDA), Mitigation, Environmental, Resiliency, Response and Recovery (MER3) and GovTech. The firm’s Practices encompass all facets of infrastructure, including design and civil engineering for diverse bridge, highway, water, rail and transit and aviation projects, as well as planning, architecture, environmental and construction and program management. For 85 years, the company has been a trusted partner to clients, providing comprehensive services and solutions, delivering expertise and quality, and embracing emerging technologies and the latest innovations – like intelligent transportation, engineered models and public safety software as a service (SaaS).

The company has more than 5,100 employees across more than 90 office locations. Michael Baker’s Wolf Pack is committed to Making a Difference for clients and communities through a culture of innovation, collaboration and technological advancement while evolving its business to become a full-service engineering and consulting firm.

Industry
Construction & Skilled Trades
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Year Founded
1940
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