Principal Project Manager, Roads + Highways

Sidara • San Francisco, CA

8d • $165,000 - $290,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together, we enhance conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions. Job Summary Are you ready to shape the next generation of transportation infrastructure in one of the most dynamic regions in the country? Our Roads & Highways team is growing, and we're looking for a passionate Principal Project Manager to help us drive that growth across Northern California! Work from where you thrive — whether that’s Oakland, San Francisco, Sacramento, or nearby. We believe in flexibility, collaboration, and empowering our leaders to make an impact where it matters most.

Requirements

• Bachelor's in Civil Engineering and active PE license in California.
• 15+ years managing and delivering roadway projects, especially with Caltrans (District 4 and surrounding districts), MTC-BATA, Alameda CTC, SFCTA, SCVTA, CCTA, and other regional agencies.
• Deep familiarity with California design manuals, standards, and project development processes.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• A proactive, relationship-driven mindset and commitment to high-quality, innovative solutions.
• You lead with integrity and thrive in team-oriented, cross-functional settings.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in both Design-Bid-Build and Design-Build environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead with Vision: Guide major roadway and surface transportation projects with deep technical expertise and senior-level insight.
• Grow the Business: Identify and secure new opportunities, with a focus on Caltrans, MTC-BATA, Alameda CTC, SCVTA, SFCTA, CCTA, and other Northern California public agencies.
• Build Relationships: Develop trusted, long-term partnerships with clients, agencies, and teaming partners across the Bay Area and Sacramento.
• Drive Strategy: Collaborate with regional and sector leadership to align business development efforts with broader strategic goals.
• Win Work: Lead or contribute to winning proposals and presentations that showcase our innovation, expertise, and client-first mindset.
• Deliver Excellence: Oversee the delivery of complex roadway projects — managing scope, schedule, and budget while maintaining top-tier quality.
• Inspire Talent: Mentor and support junior staff, fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and growth-focused team culture.

Benefits

• TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package.
• Our benefits may include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal