Construction Manager Jobs at BKF Engineers with Visa Sponsorship
BKF Engineers hires Construction Managers to oversee complex civil infrastructure and land development projects across the western United States. The firm has a track record of sponsoring international professionals for permanent residence pathways, making it a legitimate target if you're building a long-term U.S. career in civil construction management.
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INTRODUCTION
BKF is a multi-service infrastructure consulting firm providing civil engineering, construction management, 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.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
In this position you will serve as the Owner’s professional representative on bridge, roadway, and general civil related construction projects, ensuring projects are built in accordance with contract documents.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Works in conjunction with technical field inspectors and project team members to ensure civil construction project goals are met
- Performs a variety of construction engineering duties, including but not limited to roadways and bridges
- Responsible for project Quality Control and Quality Assurance
- Manages professional and technical staff, as well as contract administration
- Reviews change orders, shop drawings, materials testing, and surveying activities
- Conducts weekly project meetings and oversees utility coordination
- Arranges for materials testing, surveying, grade verification, and processes requests for payment
- Ensures EEO/labor compliance for the project
- Prepares progress and final documentation in compliance with State and Federal Highway Administration requirements
- Works on a major project or multiple projects of moderate scope with complex features
- Prepares and reviews complete project documentation for conformity and quality assurance
- Assists upper-level management and staff as a technical specialist or advisor in civil construction practices
- Supervises all staff necessary to complete assignments and is responsible for project profitability
- Maintains scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments
- Prepares proposals to provide professional construction services under the direction of a Principal Construction Manager
- Resolves issues arising from the inspection process or contract administration
- Conducts job performance evaluations
- Serves as the primary point of contact with clients and approving agencies
- Performs other related duties as assigned
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- BS in Civil Engineering or relevant field
- California registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) highly preferred
- 6+ years construction contract management experience related to roadway and/or bridge construction projects
- Working knowledge of CALTRANS and local agency projects, as well as document coordination on federally funded projects desired
- Able to effectively manage people
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 $177000 - $225000, annualized depending upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. This is a salary position paid biweekly.
- Competitive salaries, profit sharing, and 401k.
- Generous paid time off packages.
- 9 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.
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INTRODUCTION
BKF is a multi-service infrastructure consulting firm providing civil engineering, construction management, 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.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
In this position you will serve as the Owner’s professional representative on bridge, roadway, and general civil related construction projects, ensuring projects are built in accordance with contract documents.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Works in conjunction with technical field inspectors and project team members to ensure civil construction project goals are met
- Performs a variety of construction engineering duties, including but not limited to roadways and bridges
- Responsible for project Quality Control and Quality Assurance
- Manages professional and technical staff, as well as contract administration
- Reviews change orders, shop drawings, materials testing, and surveying activities
- Conducts weekly project meetings and oversees utility coordination
- Arranges for materials testing, surveying, grade verification, and processes requests for payment
- Ensures EEO/labor compliance for the project
- Prepares progress and final documentation in compliance with State and Federal Highway Administration requirements
- Works on a major project or multiple projects of moderate scope with complex features
- Prepares and reviews complete project documentation for conformity and quality assurance
- Assists upper-level management and staff as a technical specialist or advisor in civil construction practices
- Supervises all staff necessary to complete assignments and is responsible for project profitability
- Maintains scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments
- Prepares proposals to provide professional construction services under the direction of a Principal Construction Manager
- Resolves issues arising from the inspection process or contract administration
- Conducts job performance evaluations
- Serves as the primary point of contact with clients and approving agencies
- Performs other related duties as assigned
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- BS in Civil Engineering or relevant field
- California registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) highly preferred
- 6+ years construction contract management experience related to roadway and/or bridge construction projects
- Working knowledge of CALTRANS and local agency projects, as well as document coordination on federally funded projects desired
- Able to effectively manage people
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 $177000 - $225000, annualized depending upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. This is a salary position paid biweekly.
- Competitive salaries, profit sharing, and 401k.
- Generous paid time off packages.
- 9 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.
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Align your credentials with USCIS specialty occupation standards
Construction Manager roles at BKF Engineers involve leading civil infrastructure and land development scopes. Document that your degree is in civil engineering, construction management, or a closely related field, since USCIS scrutinizes specialty occupation eligibility for construction titles more than most.
Target BKF's active project regions strategically
BKF Engineers concentrates hiring around California, Texas, and the Pacific Northwest. Focusing your application on offices in those markets increases your odds of landing a role where the firm is actively scaling its construction management team and has recent sponsorship experience.
Understand the EB-2 versus EB-3 distinction for your background
BKF Engineers has sponsored both EB-2 and EB-3 Green Cards for construction professionals. If your role requires advanced expertise or you hold a U.S. master's degree, push for EB-2 classification during offer negotiations, since it typically moves faster through the PERM and I-140 process.
Ask about PERM timing before accepting an offer
PERM labor certification through the DOL is the first step in BKF's Green Card process for Construction Managers. Ask the hiring team whether they initiate PERM at offer or after a probationary period, since that gap directly affects how long you'll wait for permanent residence eligibility.
Use Migrate Mate to filter open Construction Manager roles at BKF
Identifying which BKF offices are actively hiring Construction Managers with sponsorship intent saves weeks of outreach. Use Migrate Mate to filter BKF Engineers' open roles by visa sponsorship type and location before you apply, so you're targeting positions with a confirmed pathway.
Prepare a project portfolio that mirrors BKF's civil scopes
BKF Engineers works heavily in site development, transportation, and utility infrastructure. Structuring your portfolio around those specific project types, with clear evidence of your management responsibilities and project scale, strengthens both your candidacy and the employer's ability to document specialty occupation for USCIS.
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Find Construction Manager at BKF Engineers JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does BKF Engineers sponsor H-1B visas for Construction Managers?
BKF Engineers' documented sponsorship activity for Construction Managers is concentrated in permanent residence pathways, specifically EB-2 and EB-3 Green Cards through PERM labor certification, rather than H-1B nonimmigrant status. If you're currently on an H-1B with another employer, you'd need to discuss whether BKF would support an H-1B transfer as part of your offer negotiation before a Green Card process begins.
How do I apply for Construction Manager jobs at BKF Engineers?
You can find and apply for Construction Manager openings at BKF Engineers directly through their careers page or through Migrate Mate, which filters BKF's listings specifically by visa sponsorship type. When applying, tailor your resume to reflect civil infrastructure and land development project experience, since those are the core scopes BKF Construction Managers oversee across their western U.S. offices.
Which visa types does BKF Engineers commonly use to sponsor Construction Managers?
BKF Engineers sponsors Construction Managers through employment-based Green Card categories, specifically EB-2 and EB-3. Both require PERM labor certification filed with the DOL before USCIS adjudicates the I-140 immigrant petition. EB-2 is available for roles requiring an advanced degree or exceptional ability, while EB-3 covers professionals with a standard four-year bachelor's degree in a qualifying field.
What qualifications does BKF Engineers expect for Construction Manager roles?
BKF Engineers typically looks for a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related discipline, combined with direct experience managing civil infrastructure or land development projects. Familiarity with California or western U.S. permitting processes is a practical advantage. For USCIS specialty occupation purposes, your degree field needs to align directly with the construction management scope of the role.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take for a Construction Manager at BKF Engineers?
For a Green Card through BKF Engineers, the PERM labor certification stage alone typically takes six to twelve months with the DOL, followed by USCIS adjudication of the I-140 petition. If your priority date is current, adjustment of status or consular processing can add another six to twelve months. Overall, plan for a multi-year process from offer to Green Card approval, with timeline heavily influenced by your country of birth and visa backlog.
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