Project Manager - Civil Transportation Engineer

Position Overview

BKF is a multi‐service infrastructure consulting firm offering civil engineering and surveying services across California, the Pacific Northwest, and beyond. With over 110 years of experience serving transportation, water resources, land development, government, and federal clients, BKF fosters a culture of professional autonomy, innovation, and collaboration – and has been recognized as a Great Place to Work. We are seeking a Project Manager to lead Transportation Infrastructure projects in Northern California. This role is ideal for a candidate with 10+ years of experience in civil engineering and a valid California Professional Engineering (P.E.) license, who excels in client‐facing leadership and mentoring teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead design and project management for transportation infrastructure projects, including roadway improvements, traffic studies, and rehabilitation initiatives.
• Coordinate permitting, technical studies, and client communications to ensure smooth project execution.
• Leverage internal talent and build a local network to support scalable project delivery.
• Champion quality, innovation, and continuous improvement in transportation engineering.
• Mentor junior staff and demonstrate leadership potential to grow a local team.
• Promote BKF’s full range of services and actively cross-sell to regional clients.
• Build visibility in the North Bay by cultivating strong relationships with clients and business partners.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or a related field.
• California Professional Engineer (P.E.) license is required.
• 10 years of experience in transportation infrastructure, including design and project management of roadway, transit, or related civil projects.
• Strong background in transportation design, including roadway geometry, traffic control, grading, and utility coordination.
• Proven ability to lead planning studies, master plans, and infrastructure projects from concept through delivery and completion.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for engaging with clients, internal teams, and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated success in building client relationships and strategic positioning for project opportunities.
• Entrepreneurial drive to pursue new transportation projects and establish a local presence, with the potential to grow and lead a small team.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively to pursue and win transportation infrastructure projects.

Benefits & Perks

• Salary: $129,000.00 - $180,000.00 annualized depending upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. This is an hourly position paid bi-weekly.
• Competitive salaries, end of year bonuses, profit sharing, and 401k.
• BKF pays 100% of the premiums for medical, dental, and vision coverage and 50% for your dependents.
• Generous vacation and sick time packages.
• 8 Paid Holidays.
• Schedule: Flexible schedules.
• Education reimbursement and paid annual dues for professional and societal organizations.
• BKF offers competitive and award-winning benefits and perks. To learn more, click here.