BKF Engineers
BKF Engineers is a multi‑service infrastructure consulting firm that has served transportation, water resources, land development and federal clients for over 110 years. With offices throughout California and the Portland area, we pride ourselves on a culture of professional autonomy, innovation and meaningful collaboration. Our culture values professional autonomy, innovation, and meaningful collaboration across offices, and we are proud to be recognized as a Great Place to Work for the second year in a row.
Engineering Manager – Transportation & Civil Infrastructure
Located in the Bay Area, this role is ideal for a California‑licensed Professional Engineer with 6+ years of experience who thrives in mentoring teams, guiding complex design efforts, and supporting project delivery across multimodal transportation initiatives. Base Pay Range
$118,000.00/yr – $165,000.00/yr Responsibilities
Lead technical design efforts for transportation projects including complete streets, multimodal corridors, bike/pedestrian facilities, transit centers, wildlife crossings, retaining walls, and highway improvements Plan and organize project delivery, delegate tasks, and make final decisions as the professional in charge Ensure compliance with Caltrans, federal, and local agency design standards Perform quality control reviews and support QA/QC implementation across projects Mentor engineering staff in roadway design, active transportation, and stormwater integration Coordinate with stakeholders, right‑of‑way specialists, and permitting agencies to meet complex project requirements Assist with proposal development, including scopes of work, schedules, and fee estimates Support business development efforts and cross‑sell BKF services to regional clients Attend project meetings and represent BKF with clients, agencies, and stakeholders Manage sub‑consultant coordination and contribute to budget oversight and billing Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an ABET‑accredited program California Professional Engineer (P.E.) license highly preferred; out‑of‑state PE considered Minimum 6 years of experience in transportation infrastructure design and project delivery Strong technical background in complete streets, multimodal design, and transit‑oriented infrastructure Familiarity with Caltrans, FHWA, CPUC, UPRR, and local agency standards Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and project management tools Proven ability to mentor engineering staff, lead technical teams, and coordinate with multidisciplinary stakeholders Excellent verbal and written communication skills Willingness to travel between BKF offices and project sites as needed Physical Demands
Must regularly talk, hear, and operate a computer, keyboard, and mouse. May occasionally lift, pull/push, and carry up to 20 pounds. Work includes exposure to intermittent sounds in an office setting and a fast‑paced, deadline‑oriented environment. Work Conditions
Office environment with exposure to constant or intermittent sounds at low or moderate levels. Travel to other BKF locations and client sites may be required. Benefits
Competitive salaries, end‑of‑year bonuses, profit sharing, and 401(k) BKF pays 100% of premiums for medical, dental, and vision coverage; 50% for dependents Generous vacation and sick time packages 8 paid holidays Flexible schedules Education reimbursement and paid annual dues for professional and societal organizations BKF Engineers provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants 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.
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Located in the Bay Area, this role is ideal for a California‑licensed Professional Engineer with 6+ years of experience who thrives in mentoring teams, guiding complex design efforts, and supporting project delivery across multimodal transportation initiatives. Base Pay Range
$118,000.00/yr – $165,000.00/yr Responsibilities
Lead technical design efforts for transportation projects including complete streets, multimodal corridors, bike/pedestrian facilities, transit centers, wildlife crossings, retaining walls, and highway improvements Plan and organize project delivery, delegate tasks, and make final decisions as the professional in charge Ensure compliance with Caltrans, federal, and local agency design standards Perform quality control reviews and support QA/QC implementation across projects Mentor engineering staff in roadway design, active transportation, and stormwater integration Coordinate with stakeholders, right‑of‑way specialists, and permitting agencies to meet complex project requirements Assist with proposal development, including scopes of work, schedules, and fee estimates Support business development efforts and cross‑sell BKF services to regional clients Attend project meetings and represent BKF with clients, agencies, and stakeholders Manage sub‑consultant coordination and contribute to budget oversight and billing Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an ABET‑accredited program California Professional Engineer (P.E.) license highly preferred; out‑of‑state PE considered Minimum 6 years of experience in transportation infrastructure design and project delivery Strong technical background in complete streets, multimodal design, and transit‑oriented infrastructure Familiarity with Caltrans, FHWA, CPUC, UPRR, and local agency standards Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and project management tools Proven ability to mentor engineering staff, lead technical teams, and coordinate with multidisciplinary stakeholders Excellent verbal and written communication skills Willingness to travel between BKF offices and project sites as needed Physical Demands
Must regularly talk, hear, and operate a computer, keyboard, and mouse. May occasionally lift, pull/push, and carry up to 20 pounds. Work includes exposure to intermittent sounds in an office setting and a fast‑paced, deadline‑oriented environment. Work Conditions
Office environment with exposure to constant or intermittent sounds at low or moderate levels. Travel to other BKF locations and client sites may be required. Benefits
Competitive salaries, end‑of‑year bonuses, profit sharing, and 401(k) BKF pays 100% of premiums for medical, dental, and vision coverage; 50% for dependents Generous vacation and sick time packages 8 paid holidays Flexible schedules Education reimbursement and paid annual dues for professional and societal organizations BKF Engineers provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants 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.
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