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Get Access To All JobsLocation: San Francisco Bay Area/Northern California
Employment Type: Full-time / Hybrid
To be considered, please upload a cover letter with your resume.
How Your Role will Shape Our Success
Walker Consultants seeks a highly motivated Curb Management, Mobility, and Parking Consultant to join in growing our Northern California market. We’re seeking an experienced professional with proven consulting, project management, and business development experience. You’ll join a dedicated team working with a variety of clients (cities, transit agencies, airports, universities, developers, and others) to plan for the future of curb space management, parking, mobility and multi-modal plans and policy and zero emissions planning. You’ll have an opportunity to test ideas, shape policy, and see your plans implemented. We are working on some of the most cutting-edge projects in the U.S., which will directly shape the future of our industry. At Walker we go beyond planning—we are implementers at the forefront of real change.
What Sets Us Apart?
Walker is 100% employee-owned! Join us and become part of a company where you have a direct stake in our success. What makes this opportunity even more exciting is our true ownership program. At Walker, our equity-based model allows shareholders to directly benefit from the firm’s success, rather than a traditional ESOP that focuses only on stock appreciation. It’s a unique chance to grow with a company that values its people.
What You’ll Do
As part of our San Francisco office, you will be an integral part of growing the California market, while supporting our national group of experts and collaborating with planners, engineers, and urban designers across the country to serve our clients. We cover a large geographic area so there is plenty of opportunity to travel. We are looking for someone with a wide range of transportation, parking, and planning experience who has managed fast-moving, dynamic planning projects.
- Managing and supporting complex projects and teams
- Research, data collection, and analysis
- Managing technical work; writing and editing technical document deliverables and communicating the information to a public audience
- Strategic input and direction of projects
- Client, budget, and schedule management to maintain our high quality standards
- Preparing and presenting technical reports, memos, presentations, and other documents in a way that represents our work well and is digestible to a wide range of audiences, from CEOs and City Councils to non-technical members of our community
- Contributing to the growth of our services, developing and maintaining client relationships
- This role will require leading business development for our planning practice such as identifying leads, proactively meeting with new or existing clients to generate business, and responding to RFPs/RFQs
- Participating in networking activities and representing our firm at local and regional industry meetings and conferences
- Other duties as assigned
- Self-motivation and an eagerness to learn new things are a must
- Working within a collaborative, motivated team with a growth mindset
About You
We want a highly organized, independent leader who takes initiative and is curious, motivated, and passionate. You are a problem solver who is passionate about sustainable transportation and creating better communities. You have proven experience managing dynamic projects, winning work and/or grants, and successfully managing client relationships, schedules, and budgets. You are an excellent writer and communicator and can facilitate stakeholder and public meetings.
What You Bring
- 5 or more years of experience managing projects (schedule, budget, client relationships, deliverables).
- 10 or more years of experience in parking, mobility, curbside, and/or transportation planning and policy.
- Education Requirements: Accredited bachelor’s degree or higher in appropriate fields of study such as urban planning or transportation.
- Demonstrated excellent technical, written, verbal, and critical thinking skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to travel.
- 5 or more years of experience at a consulting/professional services firm.
To be considered, please submit the following:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- 1-2 work samples that highlight your skills, including a writing sample. Please do not exceed 10 MB.
We offer a robust total compensation and rewards package designed to support our employees’ well-being, growth, and diverse needs, including:
- Annual discretionary bonus program
- Opportunity to purchase Walker stock – Walker is 100% employee-owned!
- Medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance
- Mental wellness benefits
- Health Savings Account with company contribution
- 401(k) with company match
- Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Spending Accounts
- 529 college savings plan
- A minimum of 3 weeks of Paid Time Off per year
- 9 paid holidays per year, including 3 paid floating holidays
- 5 days of bereavement leave and PTO Donation Bank to help during difficult times
- 100% compensation replacement during short-term disability leaves
- Paid parental leave that allows an additional week of paid time alongside short-term disability leave and/or applicable state paid leave programs
- Paid community involvement hours
- Tuition and licensure reimbursement and sponsorship of professional memberships
- Internal conferences and professional development opportunities
- Employee Resource Groups and Affinity Groups
Why Walker Consultants?
Join Walker and be a driving force in revolutionizing access and connectivity through impactful transportation solutions. Your efforts will shape how individuals and communities traverse and engage from inception to realization. Beyond transportation, Walker's influence extends to crafting dynamic communities; as a curb management specialist, you'll be instrumental in fashioning inclusive, secure, and vibrant communal domains that enhance lives. Our commitment to optimizing client assets means your input converts to tangible value, showcasing your ideas and strategies to elevate client triumph. Engage with cutting-edge trends and technologies, embedding them in practical situations to surmount intricate quandaries. Upholding equity and inclusivity, Walker harmonizes public and private aspirations, constructing impartial solutions that enhance access, service, and sustainable revenue streams for diverse users.
Join Us!
We know that great talent comes in many forms. If you're excited about this role but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply! You might just be the right person for this role—or another opportunity on our team. At Walker Consultants, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all abilities. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, or in the workplace, please let us know—we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience.
Walker Consultants is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We invite all qualified applicants to apply and do not discriminate against individuals because of their race, color, religion, national origin, gender, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or age.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
At Walker Consultants, we are committed to maintaining fairness and equity in our pay practices. The final salary offered may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, location, internal equity, and other considerations permitted by law. We value open conversations about compensation and welcome the opportunity to discuss more about base salary and Walker’s total rewards philosophy during the recruiting process.
Location: San Francisco Bay Area/Northern California
Employment Type: Full-time / Hybrid
To be considered, please upload a cover letter with your resume.
How Your Role will Shape Our Success
Walker Consultants seeks a highly motivated Curb Management, Mobility, and Parking Consultant to join in growing our Northern California market. We’re seeking an experienced professional with proven consulting, project management, and business development experience. You’ll join a dedicated team working with a variety of clients (cities, transit agencies, airports, universities, developers, and others) to plan for the future of curb space management, parking, mobility and multi-modal plans and policy and zero emissions planning. You’ll have an opportunity to test ideas, shape policy, and see your plans implemented. We are working on some of the most cutting-edge projects in the U.S., which will directly shape the future of our industry. At Walker we go beyond planning—we are implementers at the forefront of real change.
What Sets Us Apart?
Walker is 100% employee-owned! Join us and become part of a company where you have a direct stake in our success. What makes this opportunity even more exciting is our true ownership program. At Walker, our equity-based model allows shareholders to directly benefit from the firm’s success, rather than a traditional ESOP that focuses only on stock appreciation. It’s a unique chance to grow with a company that values its people.
What You’ll Do
As part of our San Francisco office, you will be an integral part of growing the California market, while supporting our national group of experts and collaborating with planners, engineers, and urban designers across the country to serve our clients. We cover a large geographic area so there is plenty of opportunity to travel. We are looking for someone with a wide range of transportation, parking, and planning experience who has managed fast-moving, dynamic planning projects.
- Managing and supporting complex projects and teams
- Research, data collection, and analysis
- Managing technical work; writing and editing technical document deliverables and communicating the information to a public audience
- Strategic input and direction of projects
- Client, budget, and schedule management to maintain our high quality standards
- Preparing and presenting technical reports, memos, presentations, and other documents in a way that represents our work well and is digestible to a wide range of audiences, from CEOs and City Councils to non-technical members of our community
- Contributing to the growth of our services, developing and maintaining client relationships
- This role will require leading business development for our planning practice such as identifying leads, proactively meeting with new or existing clients to generate business, and responding to RFPs/RFQs
- Participating in networking activities and representing our firm at local and regional industry meetings and conferences
- Other duties as assigned
- Self-motivation and an eagerness to learn new things are a must
- Working within a collaborative, motivated team with a growth mindset
About You
We want a highly organized, independent leader who takes initiative and is curious, motivated, and passionate. You are a problem solver who is passionate about sustainable transportation and creating better communities. You have proven experience managing dynamic projects, winning work and/or grants, and successfully managing client relationships, schedules, and budgets. You are an excellent writer and communicator and can facilitate stakeholder and public meetings.
What You Bring
- 5 or more years of experience managing projects (schedule, budget, client relationships, deliverables).
- 10 or more years of experience in parking, mobility, curbside, and/or transportation planning and policy.
- Education Requirements: Accredited bachelor’s degree or higher in appropriate fields of study such as urban planning or transportation.
- Demonstrated excellent technical, written, verbal, and critical thinking skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to travel.
- 5 or more years of experience at a consulting/professional services firm.
To be considered, please submit the following:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- 1-2 work samples that highlight your skills, including a writing sample. Please do not exceed 10 MB.
We offer a robust total compensation and rewards package designed to support our employees’ well-being, growth, and diverse needs, including:
- Annual discretionary bonus program
- Opportunity to purchase Walker stock – Walker is 100% employee-owned!
- Medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance
- Mental wellness benefits
- Health Savings Account with company contribution
- 401(k) with company match
- Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Spending Accounts
- 529 college savings plan
- A minimum of 3 weeks of Paid Time Off per year
- 9 paid holidays per year, including 3 paid floating holidays
- 5 days of bereavement leave and PTO Donation Bank to help during difficult times
- 100% compensation replacement during short-term disability leaves
- Paid parental leave that allows an additional week of paid time alongside short-term disability leave and/or applicable state paid leave programs
- Paid community involvement hours
- Tuition and licensure reimbursement and sponsorship of professional memberships
- Internal conferences and professional development opportunities
- Employee Resource Groups and Affinity Groups
Why Walker Consultants?
Join Walker and be a driving force in revolutionizing access and connectivity through impactful transportation solutions. Your efforts will shape how individuals and communities traverse and engage from inception to realization. Beyond transportation, Walker's influence extends to crafting dynamic communities; as a curb management specialist, you'll be instrumental in fashioning inclusive, secure, and vibrant communal domains that enhance lives. Our commitment to optimizing client assets means your input converts to tangible value, showcasing your ideas and strategies to elevate client triumph. Engage with cutting-edge trends and technologies, embedding them in practical situations to surmount intricate quandaries. Upholding equity and inclusivity, Walker harmonizes public and private aspirations, constructing impartial solutions that enhance access, service, and sustainable revenue streams for diverse users.
Join Us!
We know that great talent comes in many forms. If you're excited about this role but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply! You might just be the right person for this role—or another opportunity on our team. At Walker Consultants, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all abilities. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, or in the workplace, please let us know—we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience.
Walker Consultants is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We invite all qualified applicants to apply and do not discriminate against individuals because of their race, color, religion, national origin, gender, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or age.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
At Walker Consultants, we are committed to maintaining fairness and equity in our pay practices. The final salary offered may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, location, internal equity, and other considerations permitted by law. We value open conversations about compensation and welcome the opportunity to discuss more about base salary and Walker’s total rewards philosophy during the recruiting process.
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Align your credentials to Walker's disciplines
Walker Consultants specializes in parking, structural, and civil engineering consulting. Before applying, make sure your resume and portfolio reflect project experience in these areas, since credential alignment directly affects whether your petition clears specialty occupation review at USCIS.
Research Walker's active Consultant openings strategically
Walker posts Consultant roles across multiple office locations. Use Migrate Mate to filter open positions by visa type so you're targeting roles where sponsorship is already part of the hiring plan, not negotiating it from scratch.
Prepare your degree equivalency documentation early
For H-1B specialty occupation petitions, USCIS scrutinizes whether your degree field directly relates to the consulting role. If your bachelor's degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved agency before your offer letter arrives.
Understand the PERM timeline for immigrant visa paths
If Walker sponsors you for an EB-2 or EB-3 Green Card, the PERM labor certification process through DOL typically runs six months to over a year before the I-140 petition is even filed. Factor this into your long-term planning if you're on OPT or a time-limited status.
Use OPT strategically while targeting a permanent role
If you're on F-1 OPT, Walker's willingness to sponsor OPT employees is a strong signal. Work with your DSO to confirm your OPT end date and build a realistic timeline so your H-1B cap-subject petition can be filed in the April registration window before your authorization lapses.
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Does Walker Consultants sponsor H-1B visas for Consultants?
Yes, Walker Consultants sponsors H-1B visas for Consultant roles. Because Walker operates in specialized engineering and consulting disciplines, these positions generally meet USCIS specialty occupation criteria, which require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. If you're applying from outside the U.S. or transitioning from OPT, confirm sponsorship availability with the recruiter early in the process.
How do I apply for Consultant jobs at Walker Consultants?
You can browse and apply for Consultant openings at Walker Consultants through Migrate Mate, which filters roles by visa sponsorship type so you can identify positions where sponsorship is confirmed. Applications typically require a resume, relevant project portfolio or work samples, and professional references. Walker's Consultant hiring spans multiple office locations, so filtering by geography alongside visa type helps you target the right openings.
Which visa types does Walker Consultants commonly use for Consultant roles?
Walker Consultants supports several visa pathways for Consultant positions, including H-1B, TN for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying engineering roles, F-1 OPT for recent graduates, and immigrant visa categories including EB-2 and EB-3 for longer-term sponsorship. The right pathway depends on your nationality, degree field, and the specific Consultant role you're being considered for.
What qualifications does Walker Consultants expect for Consultant positions?
Walker Consultants typically looks for candidates with a bachelor's degree or higher in civil, structural, or transportation engineering, or a closely related discipline, since these align directly with their core service lines. Relevant project experience, licensure progress such as an EIT designation, and familiarity with infrastructure or parking consulting work all strengthen your candidacy. Foreign degree holders should prepare a credential evaluation in advance.
How do I time my application if I'm on OPT or approaching an H-1B cap deadline?
The H-1B cap registration window opens in early March each year for an October 1 start date. If your OPT or other status expires before October, confirm whether Walker will support cap-gap coverage or a cap-exempt filing route. Starting your application process at Walker by November or December of the prior year gives enough runway to clear hiring, offer, and USCIS registration steps before the deadline.
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