Construction Associate

Construction Associate — Columbus, OH

Michael Baker International’s Construction Services staff supports clients by acting as their trusted on-site agent through all phases of construction, from pre-design to close-out, by providing qualified construction managers, inspectors, constructability reviewers, schedulers, estimators and safety experts. We are seeking a full-time Construction Associate to join the team in Columbus, OH. In this role you will get hands-on experience supporting real-world infrastructure projects while learning from seasoned engineers and field professionals.

You will support construction inspection activities alongside field and office staff and help review drawings, specifications, reports, and other project documentation. Day-to-day work includes assisting with project paperwork, safety and quality processes, and schedule tracking, gathering field data, documenting findings, and sharing insights with project leads. You will gain exposure to real client interactions and on-site problem solving and will work across different project sites within the region (occasional travel may be required).

A few of the specific activities you may perform:

• Support construction inspection activities alongside field and office staff
• Help review drawings, specifications, reports, and other project documentation
• Assist with project paperwork, safety and quality processes, and schedule tracking
• Gather field data, document findings, and share insights with project leads
• Work across different project sites within the region (occasional travel may be required)

Education and Experience Requirements

Educational and experience requirements are explicit: a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management or related engineering or technical field is required. The position expects 0-2 years civil engineering / construction experience. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and ability to pass background check.

You should be willing to commute to construction projects in varying locations, work in all weather conditions, varying shifts, and weekends. The role requires strong math skills, including algebra and geometry for determining areas and volumes, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Ability to provide support to a local office, as well as availability to occasionally travel to other offices, is required.

Certifications

Possess, or be willing to obtain, the following industry certifications:

• ODOT Prequalified: Project Inspector
• ODOT Prequalified: Structures Inspector
• ODOT Prequalified: Traffic and Lighting
• ACI Level I Certification

Compensation

Compensation: The approximate compensation range for this position is $62,000 - $83,000 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 Join Us

Michael Baker offers 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; and commuter and wellness benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.