Michael Baker International Announces Pair of Promotions within Southern Region Aviation Practice
PITTSBURGH (February 19, 2025) – Michael Baker International, a global leader in engineering, planning and consulting services, today announced a pair of promotions in the firm’s Southern Region Aviation Practice. Quintin Watkins, P.E., has been named Southern Regional Practice Lead – Aviation. In this role, Mr. Watkins will leverage his expertise on complex airfield improvement projects to support Michael Baker’s growth in aviation by engaging with key clients, ensuring successful project delivery and identifying new markets, strategic opportunities and teaming partners. Additionally, Mark Kistler, P.E., has been named Technical Manager – Aviation. In this newly created position, Mr. Kistler will lead the expansion of the firm’s aviation presence in the Florida and the Caribbean markets, as well as nationally.
“Quintin and Mark have dedicated their careers to designing the robust aviation infrastructure that helps to ensure a well-connected, prosperous and resilient society,” said Balram “B” Bheodari, National Practice Lead – Aviation Services at Michael Baker International. “Airports are a key economic driver and source of pride for their communities, and our team at Michael Baker is proud to partner with our clients that have entrusted us with their airports, facilities and operations. I look forward to collaborating with Quintin and Mark as we work to keep everything from the smallest general aviation facilities to the busiest international airports in the world safe, modern and growing.”
Mr. Watkins has more than 30 years of industry experience and has spent the last 14 years with Michael Baker. He most recently served as the Office Executive for the firm’s Peachtree Corners (Atlanta), Georgia, and Brentwood (Nashville), Tennessee, locations. Prior to joining Michael Baker, he was the Airside Program Manager with the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (H-JAIA) for four years and held positions with other engineering consulting firms.
Mr. Watkins holds a Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville and a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology.
Mr. Kistler has been with Michael Baker International for 32 years and previously served in roles of increasing responsibility, including Regional Practice Lead -Aviation and Specialty Practice Leader. He has been key to the company’s recent successes in Florida that added three of the state’s five largest airports (Tampa, Orlando and Fort Myers) to Michael Baker’s client roster over the last two years. Mr. Kistler has also assisted with pursuits that won work in California, Utah, Texas and Alaska.
Mr. Kistler earned a Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering/Transportation Engineering and a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from Clemson University.
About Michael Baker International
Michael Baker International is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services spanning five distinct Verticals: Infrastructure, Design-Build Services, Federal Programs and Services, Consulting and Technology Solutions (CTS) and Sustainable and Resilient Solutions (SRS). 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 4,900 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.
To learn more, visit https://mbakerintl.com/.
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Michael Baker International Promotes William Hoose, AICP, to Western Regional Practice Lead – Environmental
PITTSBURGH (February 6, 2025) – Michael Baker International, a global leader in engineering, planning and consulting services, today announced that William Hoose, AICP, has been promoted to Western Regional Practice Lead – Environmental. In this role, Mr. Hoose will drive the growth of Michael Baker’s Environmental practice in the Western Region, which includes 25 offices across nine states – Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah and Washington. His responsibilities will include supporting core clients, identifying new market opportunities, leading strategic pursuits and engaging teaming partners. Mr. Hoose’s focus areas will encompass client and industry engagement, business development, leadership in project capture strategy, regional operational coordination, technical resource planning support, quality control and financial performance of environmental and/or environmental-heavy multidisciplinary projects.
“Will has cultivated a stellar reputation in the Environmental Planning field over the past 20 years,” said Trudi Lim, Western Regional Director at Michael Baker International. “From the impact of natural disasters to navigating complex environmental issues, Will’s deep expertise and strong client relationships will empower Michael Baker to expand our environmental planning services in the western U.S. and provide cutting-edge, client-focused solutions.”
Mr. Hoose joined Michael Baker in 2020 and most recently served as the Office Executive for Michael Baker’s Los Angeles and Long Beach, California, offices. In this role, he led the firm’s growth strategy in the combined Los Angeles-Long Beach area. He has played a key role in establishing and growing Michael Baker’s Planning practice in Los Angeles, while also expanding its work with the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, Los Angeles Department of City Planning and California State University, among many others.
Previously, Mr. Hoose was AECOM’s Associate Vice President of Operations and Impact Assessment and Permitting (IAP) Department Manager for the Los Angeles Metro Plus Region, which consists of approximately 100 employees in seven offices who deliver services including environmental planning (CEQA/NEPA), natural resources, cultural resources, noise and vibration, air quality and GHG, GIS and landscape architecture. Earlier in his career, he served as Program Manager, California Planning & Environmental Services, at Golder Associates, and in various senior Project Manager and Planning positions for PBS&J/Atkins, URS Corporation and A.A. Webb Associates., as well as operated his own planning and consulting firm for several years.
Mr. Hoose holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Urban and Regional Planning from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona. He is an American Planning Association (APA) certified planner and has served as a former APA California Chapter Executive Committee and Board Member.
About Michael Baker International
Michael Baker International is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services spanning five distinct Verticals: Infrastructure, Design-Build Services, Federal Programs and Services, Consulting and Technology Solutions (CTS) and Sustainable and Resilient Solutions (SRS). 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 more than 80 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 4,900 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.
To learn more, visit https://mbakerintl.com/.
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Michael Baker International Hires Iyad Alrabadi, M.S., PMP, as Market Director, Southern California – Sustainable & Resilient Solutions
PITTSBURGH (January 31, 2025) – Michael Baker International, a global leader in engineering, planning and consulting services, today announced that Iyad Alrabadi, M.S., PMP, has joined the firm as Market Director, Southern California, for the Sustainable & Resilient Solutions (SRS) vertical . In this role, Mr. Alrabadi will provide operational and business leadership for Michael Baker’s local SRS team in the region. The team offers full-service buildings-related engineering capabilities, including Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP), Structural Engineering, Telecommunications, Cybersecurity, Fire Protection and Architectural services. He will be responsible for leading the regional growth strategy, driving operations excellence, growing the firm’s engineering practices and cultivating client relationships across private and public sectors. His role integrates business development, financial management and project execution, ensuring the team consistently delivers exceptional results while aligning the company’s objectives with clients’ needs. Mr. Alrabadi is based out of the Michael Baker’s San Diego, California, office.
“Iyad is a dynamic leader with more than 20 years of experience in architecture and engineering design operations, business development and project management,” said Pankaj Duggal, President – Sustainable and Resilient Solutions at Michael Baker International. “With his ability to drive business growth, lead multidisciplinary project teams and deliver complex projects across diverse markets, I am confident that Iyad will draw on his experience to bring a unique perspective to the teams he leads and the projects he supports for our clients.”
Prior to joining Michael Baker, Mr. Alrabadi served as the Executive Director of Operations, West Coast, for Genesis AEC. In this role, he directed operations with a focus on staffing, utilization, project management, financial performance and business development. He spearheaded strategic growth initiatives, doubling the team’s size and expanding the client base across the life sciences markets. Earlier in his career, Mr. Alrabadi held roles with CRB Engineering, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Genomatica, Burns & McDonnell Engineering and AECOM.
Mr. Alrabadi earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from the Jordan University of Science and Technology and his Master of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Akron. He holds a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
About Michael Baker International
Michael Baker International is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services spanning five distinct Verticals: Infrastructure, Design-Build Services, Federal Programs and Services, Consulting and Technology Solutions (CTS) and Sustainable and Resilient Solutions (SRS). 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 more than 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 4,900 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.
To learn more, visit https://mbakerintl.com/.
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Michael Baker International Hires Joseph Ghougassian as Sustainable and Resilient Solutions Principal Market Lead
PITTSBURGH (January 7, 2025) – Michael Baker International, a global leader in engineering, planning and consulting services, today announced that Joseph Ghougassian has joined the firm as Sustainable and Resilient Solutions (SRS) Principal Market Lead. In this role, Mr. Ghougassian will grow and develop firm’s SRS services for the San Diego and Southern California corporate and private sector market, including Industrial/Manufacturing, Defense Contractors, Data Centers, Life Sciences and Healthcare sectors. The SRS vertical encompasses the firm’s current Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP), Structural Engineering, Telecommunications, Cybersecurity, Fire Protection and Architectural services.
“Joe has extensive experience across all functions of construction and project management, including more than $6B in construction executed over multiple project types. He has been heavily involved in MEP development and trade management of projects to ensure systems are tested and energized on time to support mission critical projects,” said Pankaj Duggal, President – Sustainable and Resilient Solutions at Michael Baker International. “I am confident that Joe will be a strong leader within our San Diego office and throughout Southern California as we continue to evolve, grow and improve our SRS vertical.”
Prior to joining Michael Baker, Mr. Ghougassian worked at Jones Lang LaSalle, where he was Vice President, Projects, managing large key accounts for clients such as Union Bank, United Health Group and US Bank. He previously served as Senior MEP Engineer and Trade Manager for McCarthy Building Companies, where he worked on the construction management (Pre-Construction/Construction), project cost and schedule development of the 1 million square foot Loma Linda Hospital. Earlier in his career, Mr. Ghougassian served as Project Controls Engineer at Bechtel, providing construction project controls (Design, Engineering, Cost/Schedule/Estimating & Performance) for the $4B Blue Grass Chemical Weapons Demilitarization Plant.
Mr. Ghougassian earned a Master of Construction Management degree and a Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management from NewSchool of Architecture and Design. He is in the process of earning his Certified Construction Manager (CCM) from the Construction Management Association of America.
About Michael Baker International
Michael Baker International is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services spanning five distinct Verticals: Infrastructure, Design-Build Services, Federal Programs and Services, Consulting and Technology Solutions (CTS) and Sustainable and Resilient Solutions (SRS). 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 more than 80 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 4,900 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.
To learn more, visit https://mbakerintl.com/.
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Michael Baker International Merges Akela Engineering and Consulting into Sustainable and Resilient Solutions Vertical
PITTSBURGH (January 6, 2025) – Michael Baker International, a global leader in engineering, planning and consulting services, today announced that the firm’s portfolio company, Akela Engineering and Consulting, is now fully merged into Michael Baker’s Sustainable and Resilient Solutions (SRS) business vertical. The SRS vertical encompasses the firm’s current Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP), Structural Engineering, Telecommunications, Cybersecurity, Fire Protection and Architectural services.
The merging of Akela, a national MEP+ firm with deep expertise in California, into Michael Baker offers clients holistic, smart and resilient building solutions across market sectors. The combined team will continue to partner with clients to achieve the highest levels of building design, comfort, safety and energy efficiency.
The action strengthens Michael Baker’s position as the firm focuses on growing private sector work in San Diego and the Southern California region as well as nationally, with the broader SRS team. The Akela portfolio of projects, clients and capabilities will make an immediate contribution to the growth of the SRS vertical with private sector clients. This will allow the company to deliver significant growth over the next five years and bring the full suite of Michael Baker services and capabilities to support private sector clients in various markets. The firm plans to expand in sectors including Industrial, Defense OEMs, Aerospace, Data Centers, Semiconductors, Life Sciences, Energy Transition, Higher Education and Healthcare.
“With growth in the MEP space continuing to accelerate, concentrating our Akela and SRS teams into one cohesive entity strengthens our ability to expand our client base and position ourselves to deliver complex smart and resilient buildings, something only a full-service engineering firm can do well,” said Pankaj Duggal, President, Sustainable and Resilient Solutions at Michael Baker International. “The merger will continue to strengthen our competitive position in the growing MEP engineering and consulting market since acquiring and uniting Michael Wall Engineering and DEC Engineers in 2022 to form Akela. This combined team also allows us to offer our clients access to even more expertise and services as we support their businesses and enables us to create and embrace new opportunities that enhance our pursuit of larger, more complex MEP projects.”
Adding the expertise of Akela team members to Michael Baker’s SRS vertical provides its combined client base with even greater access to the depth of resources, best practices and subject matter expertise across Michael Baker’s 4,900 colleagues in more than 20 practices and specialty practices that are located across more than 90 offices in the U.S.
About Michael Baker International
Michael Baker International is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services spanning five distinct Verticals: Infrastructure, Design-Build Services, Federal Programs and Services, Consulting and Technology Solutions (CTS) and Sustainable and Resilient Solutions (SRS). 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 more than 80 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 4,900 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.
To learn more, visit https://mbakerintl.com/.
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Michael Baker International Welcomes Tricia Quinn, AAIA, MS, as Vice President of Aerospace and Healthcare Sectors
PITTSBURGH (December 11, 2024) – Michael Baker International, a global leader in engineering, planning and consulting services, today announced that Tricia Quinn, AAIA, MS, has joined the firm as Vice President of Aerospace and Healthcare Sectors. In this role within Michael Baker’s Sustainable and Resilient Solutions (SRS) Vertical, Ms. Quinn will serve as the firm’s Sector Lead for the aerospace and healthcare market sectors. She will grow Michael Baker’s engagement with various federal, state and local agencies, industry partners, corporations and health systems. Leveraging her background, she will help grow Michael Baker’s relationships and service offerings to differentiate the firm as it pursues and executes more projects within these market sectors.
“Tricia’s career is highlighted by her global perspective of the aerospace and healthcare industries, current trends, markets, and key players. She has 28 years of proven leadership skills and a record of growing national practices within these market sectors,” said Pankaj Duggal, President – Sustainable and Resilient Solutions at Michael Baker International. “She is an important addition who will contribute to growing and developing aerospace and healthcare as national sectors, with a specific emphasis in the Southeast and Texas markets. I look forward to her leadership as we continue to evolve, grow, and improve our work in the aerospace and healthcare markets.”
Prior to joining Michael Baker, Ms. Quinn served as Principal for Jacobs, a role in which she worked on national, regional and local programs for the built environment and supported clients strategically in a variety of roles with the delivery of their projects. Earlier in her career, Ms. Quinn worked at Gensler and HOK.
Ms. Quinn earned a Master of Liberal Arts degree in clinical and neuropsychology from Harvard University. She also has a Master of Science degree in interior architecture and design from Florida State University and a Bachelor of Arts degree in both finance and English from James Madison University. Ms. Quinn is a published author in the field of clinical and neuropsychology.
About Michael Baker International
Michael Baker International is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services spanning five distinct Verticals: Infrastructure, Design-Build Services, Federal Programs and Services, Consulting and Technology Solutions (CTS) and Sustainable and Resilient Solutions (SRS). 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 more than 80 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 4,900 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.
To learn more, visit https://mbakerintl.com/.
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Michael Baker International Increases Geographic Reach with Fayetteville, Arkansas, Office
PITTSBURGH (November 25, 2024) – Michael Baker International, a global leader in engineering, planning and consulting services, today announced the opening of the firm’s Fayetteville, Arkansas, office. The office is the firm’s third Arkansas location, joining outposts in Little Rock and Bentonville, and will serve as an extension of Bentonville operations, which has exceeded its existing office capacity due to the high demand for the firm’s urban roadway design and construction inspection services in Northwest Arkansas. The office will be led by Mike Stengel, P.E., Office Executive for Michael Baker’s Bentonville location.
“We are thrilled to expand Michael Baker’s footprint in the fast-growing Northwest Arkansas region. This new location will allow us to better serve statewide clients and accelerate growth in Arkansas,” said Tommy Montgomery, P.E., Southern Regional Director at Michael Baker International. “In opening our third Arkansas office, Michael Baker is reaffirming our commitment to our local clients and community. We look forward to continuing to Make a Difference in Arkansas and beyond.”
The new Fayetteville location enables Michael Baker to better serve the firm’s clients and provides an additional gateway for delivering its full spectrum of services to the Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) and other public and private clients, including major universities and retailers in the region. Additionally, the new office’s prominent location in a high-traffic area will enhance the firm’s engagement with clients and elevate its visibility as it continues to expand.
Michael Baker was recently named as one of the 2024 Best Places to Work in Arkansas by Arkansas Business Magazine. The new Fayetteville location will accommodate the firm’s growing workforce and provide room for ongoing expansion.
About Michael Baker International
Michael Baker International is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services spanning five distinct Verticals: Infrastructure, Design-Build Services, Federal Programs and Services, Consulting and Technology Solutions (CTS) and Sustainable and Resilient Solutions (SRS). 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 more than 80 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 4,900 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.
To learn more, visit https://mbakerintl.com/.
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Michael Baker International Welcomes Sharif Abou-Sabh, P.E., as Northeast Director of Program Management
PITTSBURGH (October 30, 2024) – Michael Baker International, a global leader in engineering, planning and consulting services, today announced that Sharif Abou-Sabh , P.E., has joined the firm as Northeast Director of Program Management. In this role, Mr. Abou-Sabh will oversee all aspects of project development process from the initial planning and environmental review stages through design, construction and implementation throughout the firm’s Northeast Region, which consists of nine offices across six states. He will also play a key role in the growth and development of Program Management as a service on the national level and differentiate Michael Baker as the firm pursues Program Management work with Departments of Transportation and other agencies that oversee vehicular and rail and transit corridors.
“Sharif is known for his global perspective of the A/E/C industry, current trends, markets and key players. He has proven leadership skills and a track record of increasing revenue and growing the bottom line while spearheading operational improvements to drive productivity and reduce cost,” said Magdy Hagag, P.E., Northeast Regional Director at Michael Baker International. “As the Northeast Director of Program Management, Sharif will lead the planning, execution and delivery of projects on time and within budget, as well as ensuring those projects meet Michael Baker’s quality, safety and performance standards. I look forward to partnering with Sharif as we continue to evolve Michael Baker’s Program Management services throughout the Northeast.”
Mr. Abou-Sabh has extensive experience in leading design, production, construction management, design-build projects, progressive design-build, Private-Public Partnership (P3) and transportation infrastructure Program Management. Prior to joining Michael Baker, Mr. Abou-Sabh served as Senior Vice President and National Transportation Program Management Practice Leader for the Bowman Consulting Group. Previously, he was Program Manager at HNTB for the $12B Valley Transportation Authority BART project in San Jose, California, and Senior Director/General Engineering Consultant for the New Jersey Turnpike Authority.
Mr. Abou-Sabh has successfully led, directed and mentored Program Management teams of all sizes such as at the $3B Chicago Transit Authority Capital Improvement Project (CIP) and the $7.4B Illinois Tollway CIP. He was also the Program Manager for the $3.6B CREATE program, a public-private partnership between the U.S. Department of Transportation, Illinois Department of Transportation, Chicago Department of Transportation, Metra, Amtrak and the nation’s freight railroads. The program was developed to invest in critically needed rail infrastructure improvements in the Chicago area and to increase the efficiency of freight and passenger rail service throughout the region.
Mr. Abou-Sabh earned a Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering from Columbia University, a Diploma in Construction Management from New York University and a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from Ain Shams University (Cairo, Egypt).
About Michael Baker International
Michael Baker International is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services spanning five distinct Verticals: Infrastructure, Design-Build Services, Federal Programs and Services, Consulting and Technology Solutions (CTS) and Sustainable and Resilient Solutions (SRS). 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 more than 80 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 4,500 employees across more than 85 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.
To learn more, visit https://mbakerintl.com/.
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Michael Baker International Welcomes Chris Miller as Vice President, Total Rewards
PITTSBURGH (October 2, 2024) – Michael Baker International, a global leader in engineering, planning and consulting services, today announced that the firm has welcomed Chris Miller as Vice President, Total Rewards. In this role, Mr. Miller will oversee all aspects of the firm’s compensation and benefits programs and ensure that they are among the most competitive offerings in the industry. He will be responsible for the design, development and implementation of Michael Baker’s Total Rewards program, which includes compensation and benefits, such as health insurance coverage, 401(k) retirement plan, wellness program and other voluntary benefits.
“Michael Baker is committed to providing our people with fulfilling careers where they attain personal and professional satisfaction and make a demonstrable difference in the communities in which we live and serve. To achieve this goal and ensure we continue to attract and retain the industry’s top talent, it is essential that we are positioned to offer strong compensation and benefits that match Michael Baker’s commitment to excellence,” said Bob Balanti, ICHRO at Michael Baker International. “As our firm continues to grow, I look forward to partnering with Chris as we shape our Total Rewards Program by investing in our people and the benefits they care most about.”
Mr. Miller has more than 20 years of experience focusing on financial analysis, compensation and benefits programs across a number of industries. Prior to joining Michael Baker, he spent six years as Global Director of Corporate Benefits with Audia Group, a global company and industry leader in plastics compounding.
Mr. Miller earned a Master of Business Administration degree from Washington University’s Olin School of Business and a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh.
About Michael Baker International
Michael Baker International is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services spanning five distinct Verticals: Infrastructure, Design-Build Services, Federal Programs and Services, Consulting and Technology Solutions (CTS) and Sustainable and Resilient Solutions (SRS). 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 more than 80 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 4,500 employees across more than 85 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.
To learn more, visit https://mbakerintl.com/.
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Michael Baker International Selected by the Coachella Valley Association of Governments to Provide Updated Pavement Condition Assessment
PITTSBURGH (DATE, 2024) – Michael Baker International, a global leader in engineering, planning and consulting services, today announced that the Coachella Valley Association of Governments (CVAG) has selected the firm to provide an updated pavement condition assessment. As part of the CVAG Regional Pavement Management Program Update project, Michael Baker will provide network-level pavement condition data collection services and update CVAG’s multi-year regional pavement management plan.
“Michael Baker is the only large, national AEC firm with in-house pavement data collection and pavement management services capabilities,” said Nathan Kebede, P.E., National Pavement Services Lead at Michael Baker International. “Our team recently partnered with the City of Coachella to perform a pavement condition evaluation and implement a modern and practical pavement management system. We look forward to building upon this project and working with CVAG and its partner agencies to help manage their valuable roadway infrastructure and ultimately, enhance the quality and longevity of the transportation network.”
The Michael Baker team will assist CVAG with updating its regional pavement condition data and preparing a multi-year pavement management program for the City of Coachella, California. The project involves data collection for 10 municipal agencies that are CVAG members. Collected pavement condition data will be used by CVAG and member agencies to identify roads in need of maintenance and implement a multi-year pavement management program. It will also inform upcoming ballot measure initiatives related to infrastructure investment.
Michael Baker will use innovative technology to gather and deliver highly accurate data in a short period of time without any interruption to municipal operations or traffic flow. The assessment will be performed using the latest equipment on the market, including a vehicle equipped with a fully integrated automated pavement imaging system, spherical 360-degree cameras and survey software. Michael Baker’s data processing will be performed in a cloud environment that is easily scalable, allowing the firm to manage and rapidly process the large quantity of data generated from the pavement survey.
About Michael Baker International
Michael Baker International is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services spanning five distinct Verticals: Infrastructure, Design-Build Services, Federal Programs and Services, Consulting and Technology Solutions (CTS) and Sustainable and Resilient Solutions (SRS). 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 more than 80 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 4,500 employees across more than 85 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.
To learn more, visit https://mbakerintl.com/.
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