Project Manager, Drainage/Stormwater
(Hybrid)
Office Culture:
Our Columbia engineering team thrives in a warm, collaborative environment where long-standing relationships and deep institutional knowledge are the norm. Many of our employees have been with the company for decades, contributing to a strong sense of continuity, mentorship, and pride in our shared accomplishments. We foster a culture of teamwork and open communication, where ideas are freely exchanged and every voice is valued. Whether you're a seasoned engineer or a new team member, you'll find a supportive atmosphere that encourages growth, innovation, and mutual respect. Beyond the work itself, our office culture brings people together through regular events, celebrations, and community-building activities. From casual lunches to themed gatherings, there's always something happening to strengthen our connections and make work more enjoyable.
What We're Looking For:
Michael Baker International is seeking a talented Drainage/Stormwater Engineer to join our busy Columbia, SC office. This Engineer will have exposure to a wide range of interesting applications under the supervision of experts and leaders in the Water industry.
What You'll Do:
- Prepare construction plans and specifications
- Stormwater design for projects including both bid-build and design-build projects
- Assist in all aspects of roadway drainage design including bridge hydraulic studies, culvert design, closed drainage system analysis, and sediment and erosion control design
- Perform hydrologic & hydraulic studies using software such as GEOPAK Drainage, HY-8, and HEC-RAS
- Prepare cost-estimates and technical reports
- Coordinate permitting efforts with various stormwater agencies
- Train/mentor junior engineers and technicians
What You Need to Succeed:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering or related field
- Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in stormwater design/analysis
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in South Carolina, OR eligibility to obtain license within 6-12 months
- Experience with MicroStation and GEOPAK Drainage
- Experience with ArcGIS
- SCDOT experience
- Experience with HEC-RAS, SMS, SRH-2D, and SWMM
- Experience with OpenRoads Designer
Compensation:
The approximate compensation range for this position is $102k - $120k 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.
Why Choose Us:
- Leadership opportunities, upward mobility
- Professional and personal development
- 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
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.
WATER RESOURCES PRACTICE
Michael Baker International’s Water Group provides innovative consulting, planning and engineering solutions for the entire spectrum of the water cycle. We have proven experience in providing a full range of professional services from scientific and technical analysis, concept through design, and construction support services. Protection and management of water resources starts at the watershed level and follows the movement of water through urban and agricultural areas, streams, lakes and reservoirs, water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, and water/wastewater treatment plants.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering or related field
- Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in stormwater design/analysis
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in South Carolina, OR eligibility to obtain license within 6-12 months
- Experience with MicroStation and GEOPAK Drainage
- Experience with ArcGIS
- SCDOT experience
- Experience with HEC-RAS, SMS, SRH-2D, and SWMM
- Experience with OpenRoads Designer
Michael Baker International Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered fair-to-good for the A/E sector, with ranges aligning to role, seniority, and location. Market-competitive bands are visible in postings and salary snapshots across geographies and disciplines.
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Parental & Family Support — Enhanced maternity and paternity leave are highlighted as part of the core package. Flexible work arrangements are also emphasized as supportive of family needs.
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Flexible Benefits — Multiple medical plan options, HSA/FSA, EAP, and wellness programs indicate meaningful choice and wellbeing support. The overall suite covers standard health, financial, and lifestyle components typical for the industry.
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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.
