Engineering Manager - Civil Transportation Infrastructure
BKF Engineers · San Jose, CA · 3 wk ago
HybridProject Management$118k/yrFull-time
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 responsible 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
- Cook up with stakeholders, right-of-way specialists, and permitting agencies to meet complex project requirements
- Aid 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 will be 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