Senior Project Manager - Transportation

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Job description

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. You will be instrumental in aligning our project execution with our goals of unifying transportation services and ensuring that our objectives are met with excellence and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Leadership:

Lead project teams to successful completion of high-quality deliverables.

Manage project quality, budget, and schedule.

Provide oversight and accountability for assigned projects with a high level of proficiency.

Business Development:

Actively engage with business development personnel to identify and pursue project opportunities.

Participate in project interviews with potential and existing clients.

Develop and maintain a network of personal business contacts for potential opportunities.

Client Relationship Management:

Establish and cultivate strong client relationships, ensuring client satisfaction and trust.

Act as a liaison with agencies and stakeholders to mine future opportunities.

Team Development:

Develop and lead a cohesive team to achieve project objectives.

Conduct skills assessment and alignment gap analysis to identify areas for improvement.

Provide ongoing training and support for internal training programs.

Strategic Initiatives:

Participate in collaborative workshops to define goals, set objectives, and outline strategies for firm-wide transportation specific initiatives.

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.

Strong leadership and team-building skills.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Proficiency in project management software and tools.

Benefits

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

14 days of paid vacation time, 6 paid sick days, 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

Pay:

The typical base salary range for this position is $140,000 - $187,000 annualized depending upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. This is a salaried position paid biweekly.

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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