Senior Project Manager - Department of Energy

INTEGRATED DESIGN & ADVISORY/ ARCHITECTURE & BUILDING ENGINEERING

Michael 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 DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a motivated and articulate Senior Project Manager (PM III) with a strong focus on Department of Energy (DOE) programs to join our growing Project Management team. This Seller-Doer role supports both Business Development and Operations, with locations in the U.S. West (Northern California, Los Alamos, or Denver) and Southeast (Knoxville, Savannah, or Columbia). Our strategy centers on expanding our Federal DOE market through A/E IDIQ, MATOC, SATOC, and Design/Build contract vehicles.

The ideal candidate is a licensed Architect or Engineer with proven experience delivering A/E projects for DOE clients. They will lead multi-disciplinary teams across locations, manage all aspects of project delivery, and evaluate opportunities for strategic growth. Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills—internally and externally—are essential. The role requires clear documentation of project progress and alignment with scope, schedule, and budget.

Key skills include creative problem-solving, financial and production management, and a solid 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-Protégé, 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