Senior Project Manager - Transportation

About BKF Engineers:

BKF Engineers has a long-standing reputation for delivering exceptional engineering and consulting services. We are working towards unifying our transportation services across the firm to better serve public clients and support our land development sector on public improvements. We are seeking a dynamic Senior Project Manager to join our team and drive these strategic initiatives, contributing to our long-term success in the Northern California transportation market.

Job Description:

The Senior Project Manager will play a pivotal role in leading transportation projects, securing new business, and managing client relationships. This position demands a blend of technical expertise, business development acumen, and strong leadership skills. In addition to ensuring top-notch project execution, you will be responsible for driving design excellence, mentoring team members, and strategically growing our regional presence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Leadership:
• Procure and lead complex transportation projects—including those involving federal funding and major improvement initiatives—ensuring high-quality design, budget adherence, and schedule compliance.
• Oversee and provide rigorous quality control for project deliverables, aligning with regulatory and technical standards.
• Business Development & Regional Expansion:
• Actively engage in business development efforts to identify and secure new project opportunities that expand BKF’s regional presence.
• Develop and nurture a network of key contacts in new territories, representing BKF in project interviews and public agency meetings.
• Client & Community Engagement:
• Build and sustain strong relationships with public clients, community stakeholders, and partner agencies, ensuring exceptional service and community integration.
• Serve as a liaison with local communities and public agencies, ensuring project objectives align with community needs and uncovering future opportunities.
• Consultant Coordination & Teaming:
• Coordinate with external consultants, subcontractors, and partner firms to integrate specialized expertise and ensure cohesive project delivery.
• Foster effective teaming between internal and external stakeholders to achieve project goals.
• Team Development & Mentorship:
• Mentor and lead multidisciplinary project teams, providing guidance on technical and design challenges, and facilitating professional growth.
• Conduct regular skills assessments and implement training initiatives to enhance team capabilities.
• Strategic Initiatives:
• Participate in regional planning sessions and strategic workshops to set growth goals and define expansion strategies for unified transportation services across the firm.

Requirements

• 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. 

Benefits

• The typical base salary range for this position is $140,000 - $187,000 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.

Why Join BKF?

• Unified Vision: Be part of our efforts to unify transportation services across the firm, contributing to our goal of providing cohesive services to public clients and supporting land development projects.
• Professional Development: Access to continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Innovative Environment: Work with cutting-edge technology and innovative practices.
• Inclusive Culture: Join a team that values diversity and fosters an inclusive work environment.

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.

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