Transportation Technical Consultant

Michael Baker International

. Provide expert guidance on Iowa-specific standards and design .

Posted 9/18/2026part-timeDes Moines • Iowa • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $50 - $65 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Iowa-specific transportation standards and design, with a strong focus on quality control for highway and bridge projects. Proven ability to lead technical discussions, support business development, and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in the Iowa transportation sector.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Active Professional Engineer License in IowaBachelor’s Degree in Civil EngineeringMinimum 5 Years of Relevant ExperienceProficiency in Microsoft Office SuiteBusiness Development Experience in Transportation Sector

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Hard Skills

Transportation ConsultingQuality Control ReviewsTechnical GuidanceProposal DevelopmentClient Outreach

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationRelationship BuildingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office Suite

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Professional Engineer License in Iowa

Industry Keywords

Iowa DOTTransportation PlanningPublic Agency WorkEngineering Industry OrganizationsClient Meetings

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide expert guidance on Iowa-specific standards and design
Conduct quality control reviews for highway and bridge design projects
Lead technical discussions with clients and internal teams
Advise on alternative solutions to complex technical challenges
Support business development initiatives, including proposal development and client outreach
Build and maintain strong relationships with Iowa DOT and other regional transportation agencies
Represent Michael Baker International at industry events, conferences, and client meetings
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success and client satisfaction
Travel occasionally within Iowa for client meetings and site visits
Support ongoing contracts, identify new opportunities, and ensure high-quality service delivery

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active Professional Engineer license in Iowa
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Planning, or a related field
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel within Iowa as needed
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in transportation consulting or public agency work
Prior experience in the Iowa transportation market (either for the Iowa DOT or local agencies in Iowa)
Prior experience participating in engineering industry organizations in Iowa
Proven ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and persuasively
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams)
Business development experience in the transportation sector is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

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