Senior Project Manager - Civil Transportation at BKF Engineers

San Francisco, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jan, 26

Salary

198000.0

Posted On

10 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Client Relationship Management, Business Development, Design Excellence, Team Leadership, Mentoring, Communication Skills, Quality Control, Regulatory Standards, Stakeholder Engagement, Networking, Strategic Planning, Training Initiatives

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

BKF Engineers has a long-standing reputation for delivering exceptional civil engineering consulting services. As we expand our transportation business line across the firm, we are committed to better serving local communities and shaping the future of infrastructure across the West Coast. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Project Manager to join our thriving team. In this pivotal role, you will lead complex transportation projects, cultivate and strengthen client relationships, and drive both strategic and technical initiatives. Your leadership will directly contribute to our long-term success in the West Coast civil engineering transportation market. Lead complex transportation projects, including federally funded and major infrastructure initiatives. Ensure high-quality design, budget adherence, and schedule compliance. Oversee quality control and ensure alignment with regulatory and technical standards. Identify and pursue new project opportunities to expand BKF’s presence across the West Coast. Represent BKF in project interviews, public agency meetings, and industry events. Build a network of key contacts in emerging markets. Develop and maintain strong relationships with public clients, community stakeholders, and partner agencies. Serve as a liaison to ensure project goals align with community needs and values. Identify future opportunities through proactive engagement. Collaborate with external consultants, subcontractors, and partner firms to ensure cohesive project delivery. Facilitate effective communication and integration across all project stakeholders. Mentor and guide multidisciplinary project teams, supporting technical development and career growth. Conduct skills assessments and implement training initiatives to strengthen team capabilities. Participate in regional planning and strategic workshops to define growth goals. Contribute to the development of unified transportation services across the firm. Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a related field. Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred. Minimum of 10 years of experience in transportation project management. Proven track record in business development and client relationship management, with experience in regional growth initiatives. Demonstrated ability in design excellence, team leadership, and mentoring. Excellent communication skills and proficiency with project management software. Valid California Driver's License; travel between BKF offices and client sites may be required. Assist with special projects as needed. Physical Demands: Must be able to regularly talk, hear and operate a computer, keyboard and mouse and occasionally lift, pull/push and carry up to 20 pounds with accommodations. Work Conditions: Exposure to constant or intermittent sounds at a low or moderate level consistent with an office setting. Exposure to high-stress, fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment. Travel to other BKF locations and client sites may be required. The typical base salary range for this position is $141,000.00 - $198,000.00 annually, depending upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. This is a salary position paid biweekly. 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. Flexible schedules. Education reimbursement, Paid annual dues for professional and societal organizations. BKF offers competitive and award-winning benefits and perks. To learn more click here. Workplace Awards: We’re proud to be a 2024 - 2025 "Great Place To Work" certified company! BKF Engineers wins Zweig Group’s 2023 Trifecta Award Zweig "Best Firms to Work For" Top 100 in the U.S. 2023 Bay Area News Group "Top Work Place” for 7 years in a row! "Best Firm to Work for North Bay" North Bay Business Journal for 8 years BKF Engineers provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. BKF Engineers does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and a specific solicitation for the position or other approved engagement request for the position with BKF Engineers, BKF Engineers reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited submittals are done at the risk of the recruiter. #LI-Hybrid

Responsibilities

Lead complex transportation projects and ensure high-quality design, budget adherence, and schedule compliance. Cultivate client relationships and drive strategic initiatives to expand BKF's presence in the West Coast civil engineering transportation market.