Civil EIT - Construction (Finance)
CONSTRUCTION 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
DESCRIPTION
Michael Baker is seeking a Civil EIT to join our Construction Services team in either Madison or Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The Civil EIT will report to the Construction Services Manager and support inspection projects across the state, with a primary focus on the Milwaukee and Madison areas. You will be responsible for monitoring and documenting highway, roadway, and bridge construction to ensure compliance with project plans and specifications. You will also perform field testing and inspection services for WisDOT and Local Public Agency (LPA) projects. When not assigned to fieldwork, you may assist with design reviews for constructability, support proposal development, coordinate with clients on staffing needs, and track project progress. Responsibilities include:
- Reviewing construction plans and specifications to identify potential constructability issues or discrepancies.
- Overseeing daily contractor and subcontractor activities to ensure compliance with project requirements.
- Responding to contractor inquiries regarding plans and specifications.
- Identifying and addressing deviations from approved construction methods and communicating necessary changes to contractors and clients.
- Measuring and documenting work progress to support accurate pay quantity calculations.
- Preparing detailed field sketches or digital templates to justify payment quantities.
- Conducting or coordinating material testing, including concrete (yield, slump, air content) and soil/aggregate (moisture, density) tests.
- Applying appropriate testing frequencies to ensure adequate coverage of materials used.
- Maintaining electronic daily work reports documenting pay quantities, materials, and contractor personnel.
PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or pursuit of Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure.
- 1-4 years of relevant engineering experience.
- Proficiency with roadway design software, CAD tools (MicroStation & AutoCAD), and Microsoft Office.
- Familiarity with construction materials, methods, and processes.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
- Experience with WisDOT projects is preferred.
- Highway Technician Certification Program (HTCP) certifications are a plus.
COMPENSATION
The approximate compensation range for this position is $70,207- $96,335 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.
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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 80 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, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status 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.
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Michael Baker is seeking a Civil EIT to join our Construction Services team in either Madison or Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
