Senior Transportation Project Engineer – Hybrid/Remote

Bkfengineers; Santa Rosa (CA); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

401k

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Dependent coverage 50%

Vacation and sick time

Paid holidays

Flexible schedules

Education reimbursement

Professional dues

Job summary

BKF Engineers is seeking a Senior Project Engineer in California with expertise in civil transportation design to lead technical delivery on publicly funded roadway and multimodal corridor projects. Hybrid or remote work from nearby offices may be possible for the right candidate.

The role requires 5+ years of experience, a B.S. in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program, and an EIT certification with PE licensure preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in transportation infrastructure design and project delivery.
• ABET-accredited program in Civil Engineering required.
• EIT certification required, PE licensure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical design and delivery of transportation projects, including roadway rehabilitation, new alignments, retaining walls, curbs, traffic improvements, curb ramps & ADA compliance, highways, roundabouts, and corridors.
• Organize project workflows, establish design criteria, and delegate tasks to junior staff.
• Make decisions on specific project elements and consult with senior leadership on complex issues.
• Preparation of technical reports, feasibility studies, and environmental documentation to support transportation projects.
• Develop and review grading, drainage, and stormwater management plans.
• Develop and review construction specifications.
• Prepare and review quantity takeoffs and cost estimates.
• Support QA/QC implementation and identify out-of-scope services.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance across teams.
• Assist in coordinating sub-consultant work and ensure cohesive project execution.
• Attend project meetings with clients and external stakeholders, prepare meeting minutes, notes and track action items.
• Support project scheduling, permitting, and construction as needed.
• Contribute to proposal development and cross-sell BKF’s services to regional clients.
• Manage assigned project elements within established budgets and timelines.

Skills

Civil transportation design

Mentoring junior staff

Project management

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

Communication skills

Education

ABET-accredited program

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

BKF Engineers is seeking a Senior Project Engineer in California with expertise in civil transportation design to lead technical delivery on publicly funded roadway and multimodal corridor projects. Hybrid or remote work from nearby offices may be possible for the right candidate.

The role requires 5+ years of experience, a B.S. in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program, and an EIT certification with PE licensure preferred.