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Engineering Solutions for Mission Success

Michael Baker has a legacy of service to the U.S. federal government dating back to 1940. Our experience encompasses all facets of planning, design and construction of the built environment. We partner with the Department of Defense and federal agencies to support the U.S. government to meet its various stateside and global missions.

We provide expertise to the military and other federal agencies in the areas of cybersecurity, master planning, disaster relief services, environmental compliance and restoration, military fuels, facilities and infrastructure design, water and wastewater engineering and geospatial information technology (GIT).

We are a trusted partner to all branches of military and government, including the Army, Air Force, Navy and Marine Corps, as well as the Department of Homeland Security, Department of State, Department of Energy, Department of the Interior, Department of Justice and the Environmental Protection Agency. We continue to successfully deliver superior engineering design and innovative solutions for complex projects nationwide.

Comprehensive Program Support

Michael Baker also brings decades of experience delivering comprehensive program and project management solutions across the federal landscape. Our team possesses deep expertise in federal laws, regulations and policies governing pre- and post-disaster funding programs. Beyond execution, we provide policy advisory and development support for federal agencies and state, local, tribal and territorial governments.

  • Anti-Terrorism and Force Protection
  • Architecture and Engineering Design
  • Aviation Design and Management
  • Building Information Modeling
  • Cost Engineering and Management
  • Cybersecurity for Facility-Related Systems
  • Design-Build and Alternative Project Delivery Methods
  • Emergency Management and Consulting Services
  • Energy Management
  • Environmental Consulting
  • Geospatial Information Technology
  • Military Master Planning
  • National Environmental Policy Act Compliance
  • Per- and Poly-Fluoroalkyl Substances Consulting
  • Planning, Design Management and Oversight
  • Program, Project and Construction Management
  • Resilience Planning and Consulting
  • Site Development
  • Site Utility Assessment
  • Survey/Mapping/LiDAR
  • Sustainability Consulting
  • Unmanned Aerial Systems Inspection Services
  • Water Resource Management
  • Water/Wastewater Engineering

Supporting Key National Security Missions 

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Army

Our Army practice delivers full-spectrum infrastructure solutions that support readiness, resilience and modernization across army installations worldwide. We partner closely with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Installation Management Command (IMCOM) and Army stakeholders to provide master planning, MILCON and SRM facility design, civil works, energy security, environmental compliance and rapid response services. Leveraging advanced tools such as Building Information Modeling (BIM), Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and data visualization, we design, secure, mission-critical facilities and resilient systems that meet today’s operational demands and tomorrow’s strategic goals.

Air Force and Space Force

Our Air Force and Space Force practice delivers mission‑critical planning, design and program management services that support global defense, aviation and space operations. We provide full‑spectrum architecture and engineering for aircraft hangars, operations facilities, training environments, secure and classified spaces, and large‑scale infrastructure programs. With demonstrated experience in military construction (MILCON), design‑build delivery, master planning and resiliency, we partner with the Air Force and Space Force to modernize installations, strengthen operational readiness and support evolving multi‑domain mission requirements worldwide.

Navy

Our Navy practice delivers innovative, mission-focused solutions that support readiness, modernization and operational excellence across naval installations worldwide. We provide full‑spectrum planning, architecture, engineering and program management services for shore facilities, aviation infrastructure, Fleet Readiness Centers, training complexes and secure facilities. With proven experience supporting Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) and Navy stakeholders, we execute military construction (MILCON), design‑build and recapitalization programs that enhance resilience, sustainability and quality of life while meeting rigorous security, environmental and operational requirements.

Civilian Agencies

Our Civilian Agencies practice delivers multidisciplinary engineering, planning and program management solutions that help federal agencies modernize, secure and sustain critical infrastructure. We support clients such as the General Services Administration (GSA), Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), Department of Transportation (DOT) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) with architecture and engineering design, construction management, environmental compliance, geospatial services and resiliency planning. Our work enhances life safety, operational efficiency and mission assurance across facilities, campuses and nationwide systems.

Our qualifications demonstrate how our talented and proactive professionals meet the complex short- and long-term needs of our federal clients. Our approach is to be an integral member of the project and program team, with a focus on the timely and successful delivery of contract requirements. We team with the companies that provide the best value for our clients and cherish those teaming relationships. We are always interested in bringing on individuals who share our culture, our approach, and have the needed technical skills. Come join our team!

Brian G. May, Col., USAF (Ret.)

Executive Vice President, Federal Programs – Brian’s leadership experience includes installation planning, capital investment decision-making and facility design and construction.

Delivering Mission-Ready Emergency Management and Contingency Operations

Michael Baker, with the power of its portfolio companies, Tidal Basin Group and MLU Services, brings an array of engineering, program and grant management, and contingency operations expertise to support federal missions, end-to-end. 

Federal Program and Grant Management Support from Tidal Basin Group

Tidal Basin Group, a Michael Baker International Company, provides federal civil and military partners with program execution support that strengthens mission outcomes and accountability. From pre- and post-incident program management to grants support, compliance, documentation, reporting and closeout, Tidal Basin helps teams deliver results that stand up to oversight. With scalable teams and technology-enabled workflows, we support efficient delivery across complex funding environments and high-tempo mission needs.

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Contingency Operations and Logistics from MLU Services

MLU Services, a Michael Baker International Company, delivers turnkey contingency operations and logistics that enable rapid, sustained mission support. MLU specializes in mobilization, staging and field sustainment, helping agencies stand up temporary facilities, coordinate logistics and support personnel in demanding environments. With experienced teams and operational capabilities built for speed and scale, MLU helps federal missions maintain continuity and execute efficiently from deployment through demobilization.

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Federal Leadership

John Hurley, P.E., PMP, Col., USA (Ret.)

National Market Lead, Army

Angela Nocera, P.E., F.SAME

National Market Lead, Army

Tony Hofmann, PMP, F.SAME

National Market Lead, Army

Josh Rose, P.E., MBA, PMP

National Market Lead, Air Force & Space Force

Dean Hartman, Col., USAF (Ret.)

National Market Lead, U.S. Air Force & Space Force

Chad BonDurant

Federal Program Manager, Air Force & Space Force

John Alberghini, P.E., Cmdr., CEC, USN (Ret.)

National Market Lead, Navy

Jon A. Ishikawa

National Market Lead, Navy (Pacific)

Dave McCleese

Federal Program Manager, Pacific

Peter Wolfe

National Market Lead, Federal Civilian Programs

Gerald Morris, PMP, LEED AP BD+C, CDT, CCM, CQM-C, F.SAME

National Market Lead, Federal Civilian Programs

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