Lead. Inspire. Grow.
We’re seeking a dynamic and driven Vice President, Phoenix Market Executive to lead our 35+ person Phoenix office and strengthen our presence across Arizona. This is a high‑impact leadership role for someone who thrives on building strong teams, driving business performance, and cultivating influential client and community relationships.
As the senior leader for the Phoenix operation, you’ll partner closely with the Region Director and leadership team to guide strategy, ensure operational excellence, and champion our people. You’ll be a visible leader in the Arizona market—representing the firm in client meetings, industry events, and community forums.
What You’ll Lead
People Leadership
- Build a collaborative, high‑performance culture with clear communication and shared purpose.
- Set goals, delegate effectively, and ensure accountability across the team.
- Mentor and develop talent, identifying future leaders and supporting career growth.
- Lead 5–6 Department Managers and ensure top‑tier performance across all disciplines.
- Celebrate achievements and foster team cohesion through recognition and team‑building.
Business Management
- Drive revenue growth, profitability, and operational efficiency.
- Oversee contracting, project execution, and resource coordination.
- Maintain strong awareness of industry trends to position the office for success.
- Balance the office portfolio through strategic work share and enterprise alignment.
- Establish and track performance metrics using company KPIs, addressing challenges and opportunities proactively.
- Execute the annual business plan and deliver on strategic goals.
Client & Market Leadership
- Strengthen existing client relationships and cultivate new ones across Arizona.
- Develop strategies that expand market presence and create long‑term growth.
- Promote cross‑selling and multi‑discipline engagement with key clients.
- Represent the firm through professional associations, conferences, publications, and community involvement.
What You Bring
- Arizona PE License
- Exceptional communication and leadership presence.
- Background in Transportation, Structural/Bridge, or Municipal engineering.
- Proven experience in operations, business development, and project management.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Planning, or related field.
- 10+ years leading teams and 10+ years in client management/business development.
- P&L management experience preferred.
- Strong relationships within the Arizona market.
- Experience with local, state, and/or federal procurement.
- Proficiency with MS Office and Oracle‑based ERP systems.
Compensation
- The compensation range for this position is $200,000–$269,431 annually, depending on experience, qualifications, and location.
- This position is BONUS eligible!
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company plan
- HSA and FSA options
- Life, AD&D, short‑ and long‑term disability
- Professional and personal development support
- Generous PTO
- Commuter and wellness benefits
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About UsMichael 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 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.Based in Pittsburgh and with over 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, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, 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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Planning, or a related field
- 10+ years of experience leading and supervising personnel
- Proven experience in Engineering or Project Management
- 10+ years actively engaged with client management and business development
- Experience managing a P/L
- Established market relationships targeted to the Arizona marketplace
- Experience with local, state, and/or Federal agency procurement and contracting
- Solid background in Transportation, Structural/Bridge or Municipal
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite and Oracle-based ERP Project Financial Reporting System
What We Do
Michael Baker International is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management. The company provides its comprehensive range of services and solutions to support U.S. federal, state, and municipal governments, foreign allied governments, and a wide range of commercial clients. Michael Baker’s more than 3,000 employees across nearly 100 locations are committed to a culture of innovation, collaboration and technological advancement to help solve challenges for clients and communities throughout the country.
