Michael Baker International Welcomes Iyad Alrabadi as New Southern California Market Director for Sustainable Solutions

Michael Baker International Appoints New Southern California Market Director

Michael Baker International, a prominent name in engineering and consulting, proudly announces the addition of Iyad Alrabadi, M.S., PMP, to its team as the new Market Director for Southern California. In his new role, Alrabadi will spearhead the company's operations in the Sustainable & Resilient Solutions (SRS) division, especially focusing on engineering services related to buildings.

Based in the San Diego office, Alrabadi will lead a dedicated team providing a range of engineering services. These include Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) engineering, Structural Engineering, Telecommunications, Cybersecurity, Fire Protection, and Architecture. His extensive experience will drive regional growth, operational excellence, and foster strong client relationships in both the private and public sectors.

Pankaj Duggal, President of Sustainable and Resilient Solutions at Michael Baker, emphasized Alrabadi's dynamic leadership potential, citing his two-decade-long career in architecture and engineering design. His past roles have demonstrated a unique capacity to drive business growth and manage multidisciplinary teams effectively. Duggal expressed confidence that Alrabadi's insights will significantly enhance the projects and support offered to clients at Michael Baker.

Before joining Michael Baker, Alrabadi was the Executive Director of Operations on the West Coast for Genesis AEC, where he excelled in managing operational strategies, focused on staffing, project management, and financial performance. His impactful leadership doubled the team’s size and significantly broadened their client base, particularly manifesting through innovative growth initiatives in the life sciences sector.

Earlier in his career, Alrabadi has accrued rich experiences with several prestigious firms, including CRB Engineering and AECOM, further solidifying his expertise in the field.

Alrabadi holds a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, and he is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP). His academic background, combined with his practical experience, positions him uniquely at this intersection of engineering and project management.

Michael Baker International aims to deliver comprehensive engineering and consulting services, rooted in over 85 years of experience. The company operates within five areas: Infrastructure, Design-Build Services, Federal Programs and Services, Consulting and Technology Solutions, and Sustainable & Resilient Solutions.

With a commitment to innovation and quality, the firm embraces cutting-edge technologies and practices that enhance public safety and the quality of life within the communities it serves. This alignment of values reflects in the company’s culture, which focuses on collaboration and technological advancement.

The appointment of Iyad Alrabadi underscores Michael Baker's mission to ensure exceptional client outcomes by merging impactful leadership and extensive domain expertise. As the firm continues to evolve its engineering and consulting capabilities, the company looks forward to Alrabadi’s contributions and the positive impact anticipated across regions.

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