Construction Associate I at Michael Baker International in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

Did you know that the Harrisburg area has been named the Best Place to Live in Pennsylvania? Join our team and come explore all the great things that the Harrisburg area has to offer.

If you are inspired to leave your professional signature on legacy projects that have a direct and positive influence for the citizens in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in Construction Management (CM) Vertical, apply here! Our CM Vertical team works directly on many projects that increase the quality of life for Pennsylvania residents including train stations, Transit Authority Bus maintenance/wash facilities, and Multimodal projects. This team also works shorter-timeline projects such as Commercial building fit outs across the Commonwealth. Our projects are very rewarding personally and professionally.

We are looking for a Construction Associate candidate who is eager to support our CM Department and grow their career with Michael Baker at our Harrisburg, PA location.

The Construction Associate (CA) will have opportunities to manage programs as an Assistant Project Manager or Project Manager with top contractors in the industry. The CA will be working with a group of dedicated, enthusiastic, and experienced members who work hard but like to have fun. The best part of being a Construction Associate in Michael Baker's Harrisburg office is that facing different challenges every day, some very complex, will test your knowledge and allow you to grow professionally. You'll feel a sense of pride knowing that you are providing innovative solutions to transportation challenges, big and small, while making a difference in the communities we live and serve!

Teamwork is the cornerstone of our practice, and the candidate will be expected to work well within a multi-disciplined team environment coordinating at times with various task leaders, project managers and office leaders. There is always opportunity to grow in Construction Management and we have diversified projects that offer the experience required for professional goals.

The selected Construction Associate will:

• Assists with the oversight of construction sites to monitor progress and ensure conformance to engineering plans, specifications, and construction safety standards.
• Assists with the review of plans and specifications for construction operations being performed.
• Reports field site results/on-going information to construction specialists and managers.
• Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents (if required in design only).
• Maintain project documentation including correspondence with the contractor(s).
• Drafts routine correspondence to the contractor or others.
• Assists with the maintenance of a database of information concerning ongoing projects.
• Maintains quality of work in accordance with the standards specified in the design documents.
• Monitor the project's activities and document performance as part of evaluating the project schedule.
• Participate in or lead project status meetings, including preparing and facilitation of the agenda and minutes.
• Monitor the project's Request for Information (RFI), submittals, and responses to these items.
• Keep the client informed and up to date with the status of the project and work with the client to present options and solutions to issues that arise during the course construction.
• Your time will be spent 60/40 in and out of the office. The larger portion of your week being spent in the office managing, coordinating, documenting, and reviewing the various aspects your project. The lesser portion of your week will be spent on site, walking the job, resolving issues with your field staff, obtaining real time updates, and building project rapport with those present.
• Moderate to frequent travel may be required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Two-year degree in Engineering or related field.
• Ability to work and thrive in a team environment.
• Ability to self-motivate and work productively, occasionally with limited supervision.
• Proficient computer skills to write reports and learn to evaluate schedules, provided cost estimates and other calculations.
• English language skills, written and verbal, are required in this role.
• Possess a valid driver's license and personal transportation.
• Ability to traverse construction sites and be outdoors in various climates.
• Work hours vary from daylight to night work based on contractor operations; however, most of the work will be daylight hours.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and execute project goals as assigned.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office; PDF manipulation (Adobe Acrobat or Bluebeam)

The compensation range for this position is $57,569-$86,354 in Harrisburg, PA and will be dependent on the experience and skill set of the incoming candidate.

BENEFITS

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Flexible Location and/or Remote Work (based on level of experience)
• 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

MICHAEL BAKER INTERNATIONAL EEO STATEMENT

Michael Baker International is proud to be an Affirmative Action/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.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 Affirmative Action/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.We are looking for a Construction Associate candidate who is eager to support our CM Department and grow their career with Michael Baker at our Harrisburg, PA location.