Michael Baker International Introduces Integrated Design and Advisory Business Vertical

Company takes next step forward in becoming a full-service engineering firm, heightens visibility for enhanced MEP+S+FP engineering capabilities and unique areas of expertise

PITTSBURGH, March 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Michael Baker International, a global leader in engineering, planning and consulting services, today introduced its Integrated Design and Advisory (IDA) business vertical. Formerly referred to as the Sustainable and Resilient Solutions (SRS) business vertical, the Integrated Design and Advisory business vertical unites architecture and engineering design expertise with strategic advisory services to deliver holistic and innovative solutions that address the business and project objectives of the firm's clients. The business vertical serves clients across various sectors, including industrial, defense contractors, data centers, aerospace, life sciences, healthcare, higher education, aviation, rail and transit, and the federal government.

Integrated Design leverages the early involvement of all project stakeholders and key disciplines such as mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural and fire protection (MEP+S+FP) engineering, as well as architecture and planning. The firm's Advisory capabilities include providing front and back-end services, coupled with resilience consulting services. This offering showcases the firm's expertise in areas such as strategic consulting, planning, cybersecurity, building controls, cost management, commissioning, program management, construction support, building information modeling, digital twins, emergency response, disaster recovery, operational continuity, energy resiliency and more.

"Over the past 85 years, Michael Baker has built a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity as we partner with our clients to solve complex built environment and critical infrastructure challenges. We have achieved success as a company by employing a solutions-oriented mindset and continually evolving our capabilities to best serve our clients," said Pankaj Duggal, AICP, AIA-IA, President - Integrated Design and Advisory at Michael Baker International. "The introduction of our Integrated Design and Advisory business vertical supports our long-term growth strategy, enhanced capabilities and unique areas of expertise that focus on high performance buildings, intelligent systems and critical infrastructure. This allows for a holistic approach, informed decision-making and innovative solutions for our clients and supports our goal to aggressively pursue, win and execute large, complex projects for government and commercial clients, as well as expand into new markets."

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 Integrated Design and Advisory (IDA). 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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