Project Manager - Civil Transportation Engineer
$129k - $180kBKF Engineers
Job Description
Job Description
BKF is a multi-service infrastructure consulting firm providing civil engineering and surveying services across California, the Pacific Northwest, and beyond. With offices throughout California and the Portland area, BKF has served transportation, water resources, land development, government, and federal clients for over 110 years.
At BKF, you’ll find a unique opportunity to grow your career with intention. Our culture values professional autonomy, innovation, and meaningful collaboration across offices. We are proud to be recognized with the Great Place to Work certification for the second year in a row.
We’re looking for a Project Manager with 10+ years of experience in civil engineering and a California Professional Engineering (P.E.) license to lead Transportation Infrastructure projects in the Northern California area. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in client-facing leadership, enjoys mentoring teams, and is passionate about delivering impactful transportation solutions. You’ll collaborate across BKF teams to manage project delivery, strengthen client relationships, and anchor our transportation presence in the region.
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
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or 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 to engage with new and existing 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
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 $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.
- 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.
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
$129k - $180k
...infrastructure consulting firm providing civil engineering and surveying services across... ...and the Portland area, BKF has served transportation, water resources, land development,... ...Position Summary We’re looking for a Project Manager with 10+ years of experience in civil...SuggestedBi-weekly payHourly payWork at officeLocal areaFlexible hours- Internetwork Expert seeks a Project Manager in Walnut Creek, California, with over 10 years of experience in civil engineering and a California P.E. license. This role involves leading transportation infrastructure projects, fostering client relationships, and mentoring...Suggested
- Internetwork Expert is looking for a Civil Infrastructure, Engineering Manager in Walnut Creek, California. The successful candidate... ...across Bay Area offices, focusing on transportation and civil infrastructure projects. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree...Suggested
- ...consulting firm providing civil engineering and surveying services across... ...area, BKF has served transportation, water resources, land development... ..., Engineering Manager with deep expertise in Transportation... ...design efforts, and supporting project delivery across multimodal...SuggestedWork at officeLocal areaFlexible hours
$180k - $260k
What Your Day Will Look Like As a transportation engineering project manager, you’ll lead the delivery of roadway improvement projects from conceptual design... ...leads. What You’ll Need Bachelor of Science in Civil or Structural Engineering. Minimum eight years of transportation...SuggestedCasual workWork at officeLocal areaRemote workFlexible hours$150k - $180k
Senior Civil or Geotechnical Engineer 3 Walnut Creek, CA - Full‑time Join Haley & Aldrich as a senior engineer leading diverse projects for clients in the built and natural environments. In this role, you will provide expert consulting, lead technical teams, and shape...Full timeContract work- Fehr & Peers is seeking an experienced Transportation Engineer or Planner to lead projects that shape how communities move. Responsibilities include managing complex transportation challenges, communicating technical concepts, and building client relationships. Ideal candidates...
- ...consulting firm providing civil engineering and surveying services across... ...area, BKF has served transportation, water resources, land development... ...We’re seeking a Senior Project Engineer with expertise in... ...work closely with project managers and multidisciplinary teams...Bi-weekly payWork at officeLocal areaFlexible hours
$150k - $180k
Haley & Aldrich Inc. in Walnut Creek, CA is seeking a Senior Civil or Geotechnical Engineer to lead various consulting projects. The role involves providing expert consulting, leading technical teams, and ensuring project alignment with client objectives. Candidates must...$143.76k - $205.38k
...single or multi‑discipline teams throughout the project's lifecycle (from development and initiation... ...Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering 7 years related experience A minimum 2 years project management experience Professional Engineering license recognized...Full timeTemporary work$87.78k - $142.5k
HDR has an opportunity for a Transportation Engineer to work with a team of... ...intersections, and pedestrian/bicycle projects that make a difference in... ...also assume some project management responsibilities and client... ...or Autodesk Infraworks and Civil3d MS Office knowledge...Full timeTemporary work$91.5k - $94.5k
...thing in common—a passion for transportation. We highly value that same... ...our team. Our Entry‑Level Engineers and Planners may expect to... ...on the early development of project management and technical skills... ...degree in transportation, civil or electrical engineering,...Temporary workWork experience placementSummer workWork at officeFlexible hours- ...common—a passion for transportation. We value that same curiosity... ...As a Transportation Engineer or Planner with 2-4... ...to helping shape project approaches, leading efforts... ...and your ability to manage projects, support clients... ...in transportation, civil or electrical engineering...Temporary workFlexible hours
$143.76k - $205.38k
HDR, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager in Walnut Creek, California, responsible for overseeing projects from initiation to close-out. The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, a Professional Engineering license, and a minimum of 7 years related experience...$91.48k
...employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play... ...signs off on basic to highly complex engineering designs involving site layout development... ...Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering...H1bLocal area$110k - $153k
...Jenks is seeking a detail-oriented, service-driven Civil Engineer with a focus on water and wastewater projects. This role offers the opportunity to work on a... ...accurate project documentation. Support project management efforts from conception to construction; lead small...Work at officeWork from home$110k - $153k
...Civil Engineer Kennedy Jenks is seeking a detail-oriented, service-driven Civil Engineer focused on water and wastewater projects in California. This role supports conveyance facilities, utility... ...with senior engineers, project managers, and technical teams from planning...Work at officeWork from home- ...Senior Civil Engineer HDR is looking for a Senior Civil Engineer to join our Building Engineering... ...background in successfully delivering projects ranging from upfront planning and pre-... ...projects and may be called to manage projects that have a predominantly civil...Work at officeLocal area
- Power your future with Qualus as a Site Civil Engineer III. In this role, the candidate will... ...performed with emphasis on quality and project costs following client’s requirements and... ...a wide range of technical and project management skills. Coordinate with other engineering...Temporary workFlexible hours
$114.5k - $166.1k
A leading engineering firm is seeking a highly motivated Civil/Process Engineer to join their water team in Walnut Creek... ...working on various water projects, supporting design tasks, and collaborating closely with project managers. Candidates should have a bachelor...$115k - $150k
...experienced Environmental Remediation Project Manager with 5–15 years of relevant experience... ...compliance. Direct/lead a diverse group of engineers, environmental scientists, and project... ...s degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geology, Environmental...For contractorsFor subcontractorWork at officeWork from homeHome office- ...Senior Project Manager - Substation and Transmission Date: Apr 29, 2026 Location: Walnut Creek... ...project execution. Bachelor's degree in Engineering or relevant degree. PE, P.Eng or... ...include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor...Work at office
$130k - $200k
...improvement, we deliver exceptional engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management services, with a focus on... ...and finds better ways to deliver projects from planning through... ...teams across disciplines such as civil, structural, mechanical, electrical...Contract workFor contractorsWork at officeWork from home2 days per week- HDR is seeking a skilled Transportation Engineer to join their Highways and Roads team in Walnut Creek, CA. The successful candidate will lead the technical design of transportation projects, ensuring public safety and health priorities are met. Responsibilities include...
- ...The Opportunity Black & Veatch is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join a well-established and expanding water/wastewater team in... ...selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search...Contract workFor contractorsLocal areaFlexible hours
- A prominent engineering firm in Walnut Creek is seeking Entry-Level Engineers and Planners. This role offers a chance to develop project management and technical skills through varied experiences in transportation impact studies and planning. Candidates should have a related...
$128.21k - $208.13k
...ll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come... ...role of Senior Geotechnical Engineer, we'll count on you to: Be viewed... ...Serve as a technical lead on projects. Take responsibility for... ...Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering Master’s degree...Full timeTemporary workWork at office$110k - $153k
...Jenks Consultants is seeking a detail-oriented Civil Engineer in Walnut Creek, California, to focus on water and wastewater projects. The successful candidate will work... ...designs and specifications, support project management, and contribute technical expertise to ensure...- ...Primary Recruiting Services (PRS) - Engineering focuses on recruiting for civil engineering professionals... ...MEP, Structural, Architectural, Transportation, Water Resource, Geotechnical, Environmental... ...+ years. Design on exciting projects within the public and private...
- A transportation consulting firm in Walnut Creek is looking for a Transportation Engineer or Planner with 2-4 years of experience. This role involves leading projects, managing teams, and mentoring entry-level staff in a collaborative environment. Candidates should have...
Do you want to receive more vacancies?
Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Project Manager - Civil Transportation Engineer. Be the first to apply!
- principal developer Walnut Creek, CA
- hotel chief engineer Walnut Creek, CA
- data center chief engineer Walnut Creek, CA
- general engineer Walnut Creek, CA
- principal engineer Walnut Creek, CA
- engineering director Walnut Creek, CA
- senior civil engineer project manager Walnut Creek, CA
- chief engineer Walnut Creek, CA
- civil highway engineer Walnut Creek, CA
- traffic engineer Walnut Creek, CA

