Top 11 Engineering Manager Transportation Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

Department Lead, Active Transportation
Michael Baker International —Los Angeles, CA
- Up to $280,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 11+ years
- Bachelor's degree
- Mentoring
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
Senior Transportation Project Manager
HDR —Los Angeles, CA
- $143,000 - $213,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Engineering
- Microsoft Office
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Practice Leader - Transportation/Traffic
Kimley-Horn —Long Beach, CA
- $150,000 - $260,000 a year
- Mentoring
- Senior level
- Professional Engineer
- Profit sharing
- Health insurance
Senior Project Manager, Transportation Engineer
Stantec —Los Angeles, CA
- $151,700 - $227,600 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Customer service
- Bachelor of Science
Engineering Manager - Civil Transportation Infrastructure
BKF Engineers —Long Beach, CA
- $110,000 - $160,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 6 years
- Management
- Office
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
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Area Lead Transportation Design
BKF Engineers —Los Angeles, CA
- $165,000 - $240,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- 8 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
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Regional Lead Transportation Design
BKF Engineers —Los Angeles, CA
- $165,000 - $240,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- 8 years
- Continuous improvement
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
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Project Manager - Civil Transportation Engineer
BKF Engineers —Long Beach, CA
- $125,000 - $190,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Continuous improvement
- Mentoring
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
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Senior Project Manager - Civil Transportation
BKF Engineers —Long Beach, CA
- $140,000 - $199,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
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Department Lead, Active Transportation

Michael Baker International -
Los Angeles, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
Up to $280,000 a year

Benefits

Health savings account
AD&D insurance
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Flextime
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Business development management
Customer relationship building
Business development within consulting
Collaborating with government agencies
Bachelor's degree
Client management
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering
Account management experience
Professional Engineer

Full Job Description

Michael Baker International is a leading provider of engineering, development, intelligence and technology solutions with global reach and mobility. The firm offers a comprehensive range of innovative services and solutions in support of federal, state, and municipal governments, foreign allied governments, and a wide range of private development and commercial clients. Michael Baker International’s focus is on the safety and security of people across the world through planning and engineering improvements to infrastructure and the environment, and through protection of our quality of life and freedom in support of national and international security. With more than $1 billion in annual revenue, Michael Baker International has more than 5,000 employees in over 80 offices located across the U.S. and internationally, and is ranked as the 26th largest design firm in the U.S. by Engineering News Record (ENR).
Michael Baker International’s Mission is to make a difference by providing innovative solutions to sustain the future and further the safety, security and quality of life for people across the globe by providing the highest level of expertise, unmatched quality and effective project teams for a diverse range of projects and clients.
Michael Baker International offers excellent benefit packages that includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Additional Paid Time Off, Flex-Time, 401-K Retirement Plan, Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Credit Union. To learn more, please visit us on the web at www.mbakerintl.com . Michael Baker International is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/Disability/Veteran/e-Verify Employer

TRANSPORTATION PRACTICE

Consistently ranked by Engineering News-Record as a Top 20 transportation firm, Michael Baker International offers clients an integrated team of professionals versed in all aspects of transportation planning, design, permitting, and construction management and inspection. In addition, Michael Baker International is a recognized leader in the practical aspects of operating and maintaining a safe and efficient transportation infrastructure.

What We're Looking For:
This is a rare opportunity to step into a leadership role with a well-established, highly respected team delivering impactful active transportation and multimodal projects across the Los Angeles region. Our LA office has built strong client relationships and a robust project portfolio—now we’re looking for a dynamic leader to help drive the next phase of growth.

As Department Lead, Active Transportation, you will provide strategic and technical leadership for our growing multimodal practice, focused on active transportation, complete streets, and context-sensitive mobility solutions. You’ll lead and expand a high-performing team, delivering projects that enhance mobility, safety, and accessibility for all users.

In this role, you will drive business development, win work with local agencies and regional partners, and strengthen long-standing client relationships throughout Southern California.

The ideal candidate brings expertise in urban mobility, active transportation design, and multimodal planning, along with strong leadership and a collaborative mindset to elevate an already successful team

What You'll Do:
Leadership & Team Development

Lead, mentor, and grow a multidisciplinary team focused on active transportation and multimodal project delivery

Build on an already strong team culture—fostering collaboration, inclusion, and high performance

Support recruitment, staff development, and succession planning to sustain long-term growth

Business Development & Client Engagement

Expand our active transportation portfolio by identifying and pursuing strategic opportunities

Successfully pursue and win work with municipalities, counties, MPOs, and transit agencies throughout Los Angeles County and Southern California

Strengthen and deepen relationships with existing clients while cultivating new partnerships

Position the firm as a trusted leader in safe, equitable, and sustainable mobility solutions

Lead proposal strategies, interviews, and key pursuits

Project Delivery & Technical Excellence

Serve as Project Manager, Technical Lead, or Principal-in-Charge on high-visibility active transportation and multimodal projects

Oversee delivery to ensure projects meet schedule, budget, and quality expectations

Provide technical leadership in areas such as:
Complete streets design and implementation

Active Transportation Plans (ATP), bicycle and pedestrian plans

Safe Routes to School programs

Corridor studies and road diets

Transit integration and first/last mile solutions

Champion innovative, data-driven, and context-sensitive design approaches that respond to community needs

Operational Management

Guide department operations, including resource planning, utilization, and financial performance

Monitor project pipelines and proactively align staffing with growth

Partner with office and regional leadership to shape and execute strategic growth initiatives

Collaboration & Integration

Work closely with traffic, planning, environmental, structures, and other disciplines to deliver integrated multimodal solutions

Promote cross-office collaboration and knowledge sharing

Contribute to firmwide initiatives advancing sustainability, innovation, and mobility

What You Need to Succeed:
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

15+ years of progressive experience in transportation engineering, with a focus on active transportation and multimodal projects

California Professional Engineer (PE) license

Demonstrated success in business development, including winning work and managing client relationships

Strong understanding of local, regional, and state transportation policies and funding programs (e.g., ATP, CMAQ, SB1)

Experience working with public agencies in Los Angeles County

Preferred Skills & Experience

Expertise in complete streets design, Vision Zero strategies, and multimodal corridor planning

Familiarity with LA Metro and Caltrans guidelines as they relate to active transportation (beyond highway-centric delivery)

Experience with community engagement, equity-focused planning, and stakeholder coordination

Strong leadership presence, communication skills, and sound decision-making ability

A genuine passion for creating safer, more accessible, and more sustainable transportation systems

If you’re ready to join a proven team, expand its impact, and help shape the future of mobility in Los Angeles, we’d love to connect.

Compensation:
The approximate compensation range for this position is up to $280,000 per year. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

Why Choose Us:
Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability

Professional and personal development

Generous paid time off

Commuter and wellness benefits

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Engineering Manager Transportation jobs in Los Angeles, CA

Department Lead, Active Transportation

Senior Transportation Project Manager

Practice Leader - Transportation/Traffic

Senior Project Manager, Transportation Engineer

Engineering Manager - Civil Transportation Infrastructure

Area Lead Transportation Design

Regional Lead Transportation Design

Project Manager - Civil Transportation Engineer

Senior Project Manager - Civil Transportation

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