Michael Baker International Selected by Maryland Transportation Authority to Provide Construction Management and Inspection Services for the Francis Scott Key Bridge Reconstruction

Joint Venture with STV to support the Progressive Design-Build project through all phases of construction

PITTSBURGH, March 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Michael Baker International, a global leader in engineering, planning and consulting services, today announced that the firm has been selected by the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) to provide construction management and inspection (CMI) services for the Francis Scott Key Bridge Reconstruction. As part of a joint venture (JV) with STV, Michael Baker will support the Progressive Design-Build (PDB) project through all phases of construction. The project involves the replacement of the approximately 2.3-mile-long Francis Scott Key Bridge, which carries Interstate 695 (I-695) over the Patapsco River between Baltimore County and Anne Arundel County, Maryland.

"Bridges are the backbone of our nation's infrastructure, supporting the daily travel of millions of people and the transportation of essential goods and services," said Jeff Carpenter, National Practice Lead, Program/Construction Management at Michael Baker International. "We are proud to partner with STV and our client, MDTA, to restore this critical infrastructure component, reconnect local communities and Marylanders and boost economic growth in the region."

The new Francis Scott Key Bridge will provide a safe crossing for vehicles and will be Maryland's first highway cable-stayed bridge, constructed according to the most advanced industry standards and best infrastructure design practices. The bridge will be designed to meet the current industry standards for new bridges over navigable water.

As part of its CMI services, the Michael Baker and STV JV will serve as MDTA's construction representative for the Francis Scott Key Bridge Reconstruction. The team will provide maintenance of traffic, constructability reviews, detailed inspections throughout construction and scheduling and materials testing, among other activities. The JV will ensure that the project is completed to the highest quality standards throughout construction and that the project meets the needs and expectations of the permits, as well as the design.

About Michael Baker International
Michael Baker International is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services spanning five distinct Verticals: Infrastructure, Design-Build Services, Federal Programs and Services, Consulting and Technology Solutions (CTS) and Sustainable and Resilient Solutions (SRS). The firm's Practices encompass all facets of infrastructure, including design and civil engineering for diverse bridge, highway, water, rail and transit and aviation projects, as well as planning, architecture, environmental and construction and program management. For 85 years, the company has been a trusted partner to clients, providing comprehensive services and solutions, delivering expertise and quality, and embracing emerging technologies and the latest innovations – like intelligent transportation, engineered models and public safety software as a service (SaaS).

The company has more than 4,900 employees across more than 90 office locations. Michael Baker's Wolf Pack is committed to Making a Difference for clients and communities through a culture of innovation, collaboration and technological advancement while evolving its business to become a full-service engineering and consulting firm.

To learn more, visit https://mbakerintl.com/.

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