Michael Schwier
About Michael Schwier
Michael Schwier is a Transportation Manager and Florida Highway and Bridge Leader at Mead & Hunt, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in civil engineering, public involvement processes, and project management, particularly in bridge and roadway projects across Florida.
Work at Mead & Hunt
Michael Schwier has served as the Transportation Manager and Florida Highway and Bridge Leader at Mead & Hunt since 2018. In this role, he oversees a team of transportation engineers in the Tallahassee office, ensuring compliance with Florida Department of Transportation requirements. His responsibilities include managing and providing quality assurance for various transportation projects, particularly bridge and roadway developments. He also coordinates staffing for project pursuits and assigns staff to assist as needed throughout Florida.
Education and Expertise
Michael Schwier holds a Master of Science in Civil Engineering with a focus on Structures from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where he studied from 1992 to 1993. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from The Citadel, completing his studies from 1988 to 1992. His educational background supports his extensive experience in transportation engineering, particularly in navigating public involvement processes and coordinating with agencies for project permits.
Background
Before joining Mead & Hunt, Michael Schwier accumulated significant experience in the engineering field. He worked as a Bridge Engineer at FIGG from 1995 to 1998 and later at DMJM Harris from 1998 to 2001. He served as Vice President at Michael Baker International from 2001 to 2018, where he led various bridge replacement and rehabilitation projects across Florida and the Southeast. His long-standing collaboration with the Florida Department of Transportation and the Florida Department of Environmental Protection spans 25 years.
Achievements
Michael Schwier has a successful track record in leading numerous bridge replacement and rehabilitation projects. He has been actively involved in mentoring students in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) fields and has participated in judging competitions for the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Student Competition. Additionally, he volunteers as a youth leader at a local church and engages in community activities such as judging science fairs at his children's school.
Community Involvement
Michael Schwier is dedicated to community engagement and youth mentorship. He volunteers as a youth leader at a small church and participates in events like the Northwest Florida Construction Career Days. He enjoys mentoring college and high school students, fostering interest in engineering and construction careers. His involvement in local educational activities includes judging science fairs, reflecting his commitment to supporting the next generation of professionals.