Transportation Manager Jobs at BKF Engineers with Visa Sponsorship
BKF Engineers hires Transportation Managers to lead complex infrastructure and civil engineering projects across California and beyond. The firm has a track record of supporting skilled professionals through employment-based sponsorship, making it a realistic target for international candidates with strong transportation planning or design credentials.
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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 Bay 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 in the North Bay
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 $123,000.00 - $172,000.00 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.
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.
INTRODUCTION
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 Bay 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 in the North Bay
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 $123,000.00 - $172,000.00 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.
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
Transportation Manager roles at engineering consultancies require a directly related degree, typically civil engineering or transportation planning. Gather transcripts, degree evaluations, and a clear job description that maps your academic background to the specific duties BKF lists.
Research BKF's active project portfolio before applying
BKF Engineers pursues transportation work across municipal, highway, and transit sectors in California. Tailoring your application to mirror their active project types, such as corridor studies or interchange design, signals genuine fit and strengthens the employer's justification during PERM labor market testing.
Search open roles using Migrate Mate to filter by sponsorship history
BKF Engineers posts Transportation Manager openings across multiple channels, but not all listings flag visa sponsorship. Use Migrate Mate to surface and track BKF's sponsorship-eligible roles so you're applying to positions where the pathway is already established.
Clarify sponsorship timing expectations during the offer stage
Engineering consultancies typically initiate EB-2 or EB-3 PERM filings after a probationary period. Ask directly whether the offer letter includes a sponsorship commitment and what internal milestone, such as a performance review, triggers the PERM process.
Obtain a credential evaluation before your first interview
If your civil or transportation engineering degree is from outside the U.S., a NACES-member evaluation confirming U.S. equivalency removes a common objection early. BKF's hiring managers often work with HR to confirm degree requirements before extending offers to sponsored candidates.
Understand the PERM prevailing wage process for your target role
DOL sets prevailing wages by job title, location, and experience level. For a Transportation Manager role in BKF's California offices, the wage determination directly affects your offer structure, so review DOL's Foreign Labor Certification Data Center to understand the wage tier your role will fall under.
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Find Transportation Manager at BKF Engineers JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does BKF Engineers sponsor H-1B visas for Transportation Managers?
BKF Engineers' documented sponsorship activity for Transportation Manager roles is concentrated in employment-based Green Card categories rather than H-1B. That said, many candidates arrive at BKF already holding H-1B status through a prior employer and transfer that status when they join. If you need initial H-1B sponsorship, raise it explicitly during the offer stage, as practice varies by role and business need.
Which visa types are commonly used for Transportation Manager roles at BKF Engineers?
EB-2 and EB-3 are the primary employment-based visa categories associated with Transportation Manager sponsorship at BKF Engineers. EB-2 applies when the role requires an advanced degree or exceptional ability, while EB-3 covers positions requiring at least a bachelor's degree. Both pathways involve a PERM labor certification filed with DOL before USCIS adjudicates the immigrant petition.
What qualifications or experience are expected for Transportation Manager roles at BKF Engineers?
BKF Engineers typically expects a bachelor's or master's degree in civil or transportation engineering, along with substantial project management experience in transportation planning, traffic engineering, or roadway design. Professional Engineer licensure is commonly preferred. Familiarity with California transportation agency standards, such as Caltrans requirements, is a practical advantage given BKF's regional project base.
How do I apply for Transportation Manager jobs at BKF Engineers?
You can apply through BKF Engineers' careers page or find their open Transportation Manager positions filtered by sponsorship eligibility on Migrate Mate. Before applying, tailor your resume to reflect the specific transportation disciplines BKF focuses on, such as highway design or multimodal planning, and confirm in your cover letter that you're seeking employer-sponsored immigration support so there's no ambiguity from the outset.
How do I understand the timeline for getting sponsored by BKF Engineers as a Transportation Manager?
The PERM process, which is the mandatory first step for EB-2 and EB-3 Green Cards, typically takes six to eighteen months from filing to certification. USCIS then adjudicates the I-140 petition, which can add several more months. For candidates from oversubscribed countries, priority date backlogs at the State Department can extend the overall timeline significantly beyond those initial filing periods.
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