Qualifications
Key Responsibilities:Regional Strategy & ExecutionContribute to the development of the firm’s Transportation strategic plan and translate practice-level priorities into actionable regional initiatives.Identify and pursue growth opportunities within the region, including new transportation clients, delivery methods, service offerings, and geographic expansion.Align regional efforts with statewide, regional, and federal transportation priorities and funding programs.Team Leadership & DevelopmentLead, mentor, and cultivate a high-performing regional transportation design team.Facilitate succession planning, recruiting, and staff development in alignment with practice and firmwide goals.Promote a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.Encourage interdisciplinary coordination across roadway, transit, active transportation, traffic, drainage, and environmental teams.Client Engagement & Market GrowthAct as the primary relationship manager for key regional transportation clients, including state DOTs, counties, cities, transit agencies, and regional transportation authorities.Represent the firm at transportation industry events, conferences, stakeholder meetings, and public agency forums.Collaborate with Business Development and Marketing to shape go-to-market strategies, pursuit positioning, and major proposal efforts.
About the job
Join BKF Engineers, a leading multi-service infrastructure consulting firm, dedicated to delivering top-tier civil engineering and surveying services throughout California, the Pacific Northwest, and beyond. With over 110 years of experience and multiple offices across California and the Portland area, we are committed to serving a diverse range of clients, including those in transportation, water resources, land development, government, and federal sectors.
At BKF, you'll discover a unique opportunity to cultivate your career intentionally. We prioritize a culture that champions professional autonomy, innovation, and meaningful collaboration across our offices. We are proud to have earned the Great Place to Work certification for two consecutive years.
We are currently on the lookout for a Regional Lead for Transportation Design Services to enhance our team. This pivotal role involves overseeing operations, nurturing client relationships, and driving team development throughout the Bay Area.
The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of regional transportation markets, public agency requirements, funding mechanisms, regulatory frameworks, and capital delivery processes. As the Regional Lead, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards in project delivery, client service, talent development, and financial results. This position demands extensive experience in providing transportation planning and design services for public agencies and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration across various teams and offices. You will act as a vital link between regional teams and the firm’s overarching transportation leadership.
About BKF Engineers
BKF Engineers is a distinguished multi-service infrastructure consulting firm with a legacy of excellence spanning over a century. Committed to innovation and quality, we provide comprehensive civil engineering and surveying services to a variety of sectors, ensuring client satisfaction and community enhancement.