JOB DESCRIPTION
WHO WE ARE

Michael Baker International is a global leader in Engineering, Architecture and Consulting services dedicated to developing and implementing innovative solutions to the world’s infrastructure, environmental challenges, and governmental. Supported by more than 3,500 employees in 90 offices worldwide, we provide a full continuum of life-cycle engineering consulting, specialized global construction, base operations, Green Infrastructure, security management and intelligence solutions.

The Consulting and Technology Solutions (CTS) vertical of Michael Baker International partners with federal, state, regional and local governments including broadband and telecommunications agencies and companies, Department of Defense, Airport Corporations, Oil and Gas industry, and natural resource agencies to provide unrivaled expertise in the application of new and emerging technologies to solve their greatest challenges. We seamlessly integrate advanced technology into service delivery, providing clients with a 360-degree view of their assets and program. We enable more informed, faster and more accurate decisions to be made with greater confidence.

Thought leadership, technological innovation, and differentiated service are all synonymous of the Michael Baker International’s CTS brand.

DESCRIPTION – Broadband Strategy and Policy Analyst

Michael Baker International is seeking a qualified Broadband Strategy and Policy Analyst to join Michael Baker’s CTS team. This is an opportunity to work within a dynamic and growing industry and with one of the leading broadband mapping, planning, and program management services firm in the nation. We’ve built a team of people who desire being part of a dynamic unit delivering broadband solutions for federal, state, regional, and local governments through innovative ideas and client advocacy.

Broadband consulting services represents a growing market need across the US. Within the CTS Team, this position will be the vital link to ensure our broadband technology solutions are aligned with client’s goals. Strategy and policy development at Michael Baker occur throughout the whole life cycle of project implementation from kick-off to final delivery. Acting as a client advocate and trusted advisor and supported by our expert technical team and world class software solutions, the Broadband Strategy and Policy Analyst serve as a Broadband subject matter expert, evaluate client needs both for short term improvement and long-term sustainability of their broadband programs, provide guidance and leadership involving best practices for project performance measurements, implementation and deployment, policy impacts and recommendations from local to federal levels, and track applicability and timelines of funding streams.

Role Summary:

Under the direction of the National Broadband Services Director, this role will be responsible for developing broadband strategy solutions for clients and building relationships related to broadband planning and program management. Collaborate with project managers and technical team members to performing client briefings, presentations, analyses, and other forms of communication with clients. Support project managers and customer success managers in executing and/or reviewing data deliverables. Day to day problem solving with both clients and internal program staff on broadband project deliverables with an eye on solutions that are achievable and compliant with state and federal regulations. The role may support developing and securing new customers. Deploy innovative technology solutions alongside our team of software developers, GIS, communications, and graphic arts teams that advance Michael Baker’s broadband and overall CTS offerings.

This role involves substantial leadership opportunities, leading project tasks and working with team members to meet schedules and prepare high-quality deliverables. This role will also have the flexibility to pursue innovative approaches and develop ways to expand our broadband services in ways that fit the successful applicant’s interests and skills. This role and the CTS team as a whole are oriented towards innovative solutions for consulting and technology that can further advance the full suite of services and industry sectors offered by Michael Baker International to positively impact communities nationwide. Growth opportunities to advance into project management or other technical lead positions are amply supported.

Essential Functions:

• Develop and define best practices related to broadband expansion and digital equity for existing and prospective clients. This may include developing the framework for feasibility studies, strategic roadmaps, and 5-year action plans under the BEAD program.
• Performing needs assessments, market research and public outreach to gain an understanding of digital access and equity needs in a client’s given geography
• Engage with clients and prospective clients on-site and virtually to advise them on best practices and MBI’s broadband services
• Utilize platforms such as conferences, panels, public testimony, and other public events to discuss broadband funding and deployment strategies
• Be the conduit to identify private sector partners that are a best fit for government clients to develop public-private partnerships or other synergies related to broadband connectivity
• Develop reports for final delivery and inclusion with broadband studies and roadmap plans
• Guide the development of educational materials regarding such topics as economic impacts and policy impacts of broadband projects, alongside Michael Baker’s communications and graphic arts team
• Elevate the profile of Michael Baker’s broadband team by building a strong report with the broadband community and maintain a high profile
• Support other disciplines that have existing client relationships and leverages those relationships in search of growth opportunities
• Assist clients to identify funding and procurement options, including those related to ARPA, IIJA, and other regional funding mechanisms
• Develop client leads and assist team project managers to prepare effective project proposals and contracts in cooperation with project managers
• Provide support regarding geospatial data and use of Michael Baker’s Connectivity Platform products
• Ability to travel on-site to meet with clients or prospective clients, estimated 10% of work may include travel
• Ability to attend occasional evening meetings as needed to suit client schedules or team schedules that cross time zones

Competencies and Skills:

• Experience in broadband planning. Preference for knowledge of the operational workflows involved in broadband program management.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills
• Ability to translate technical concepts into layman’s terms
• Ability to coordinate with project stakeholders
• Ability to work on multiple projects at a given time
• Organized and capable of leading tasks that must collaborate with multiple team members
• Ability to maintain task schedules and meet deadlines

Experience Required:

• 5+ years of broadband planning and/or policy development for community agencies, telecom providers, broadband offices, and/or nonprofits
• Strong analytical abilities, solid analytical and trouble-shooting skills with the ability to quickly identify and solve client issues
• Proven leadership experience managing tasks and team members
• Experience in working with and understanding Broadband technologies and infrastructure
• Experience in working with and understanding Broadband funding streams and related government policies
• Computer and software skills (Microsoft Office) to develop reports, guide clients virtually, and develop presentations that are clearly understood

Experience Preferred:

• 8+ years of broadband planning and/or policy development for community agencies, broadband offices, and/or nonprofits

• Bachelor’s Degree in Planning, Communications, Public Policy, Business, Geography/GIS, Engineering, Information Management, Computer Science, or relevant field
• Economic planning and/or grant writing experience is a plus
• AICP or similar credentials
• Historical knowledge of federal, statewide, and regional broadband programs is a strong plus.
• Data visualization and analysis skills are a plus. Some GIS skill, and/or use of Adobe Illustrator or other graphic mapping tools, is beneficial.
• Interests and experience in current/future applications for broadband and how it may support other sectors that may drive future business development is a plus.

LOCATION : REMOTE, with preference to candidates in New York, Connecticut, South Carolina or Texas.

COMPENSATION: The range for this position is $90,000 to $110,000, depending on the candidate’s individual experience and skillset.

APPLICATION : Please include a cover letter attached to your application.

ABOUT US
Michael 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 80 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.

Based in Pittsburgh and with nearly 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 Affirmative Action/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. As a covered federal contractor, Michael Baker International is required to comply with Executive Order 14042, Ensuring Adequate COVID Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors, and its implementing guidelines. If the federal vaccine mandate is found to be valid and enforceable, this will include ensuring that all covered employees are fully vaccinated for COVID-19, except in limited circumstances where there is a legal entitlement to an accommodate. In addition, you may be subject to current or future state or local COVID-19 vaccine mandates that could become a condition of your employment based upon your work location or involvement on a project. Accordingly, Michael Baker encourages you to provide satisfactory proof that you are "fully vaccinated" for COVID-19 so as to ensure compliance with any potential applicable federal, state, or local laws. 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, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

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