Senior Project Manager – Water and Wastewater

BKF Engineers

Senior Project Manager leading water and wastewater infrastructure design and construction projects for BKF Engineers, a California infrastructure consulting firm. Managing technical delivery, clients, budgets, and engineering teams.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timePleasanton • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $169,041 - $206,606 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management and technical leadership within the Water Resources sector, with a strong focus on engineering design, client relationship management, and compliance with regulatory requirements. Proficient in developing proposals, budgets, and mentoring engineering staff.

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Project ManagementWater Resources EngineeringPE Licensure in CaliforniaCAD and GIS ExperienceClient Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Engineering DesignConstruction DrawingsSpecificationsCalculations for Water Distribution SystemsPump Station Engineering DesignStorage Tank Engineering DesignMunicipal Sewer Collection SystemsWater Master PlanningAdvanced ModelingRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

Excellent Verbal CommunicationExcellent Written CommunicationMentoringClient EngagementTeam Leadership

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Environmental EngineeringMaster's Degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering (Preferred)PE Licensure in California

Industry Keywords

Municipal Stormwater ProgramsEngineering PrinciplesIndustry GroupsProject Scope EstimationWorkload Projections

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a project manager on larger design and construction projects
Serve as a technical leader or management leader within the Water Resources sector
Perform and oversee complex engineering tasks, including engineering designs, reports, construction drawings, specifications, and calculations for water distribution systems focused on pump stations, tanks, and transmission mains
Review product designs and drawings for compliance with engineering principles, firm standards, customer contract requirements, and related specifications
Develop proposals and budgets for larger engineering efforts
Meet with clients to determine recommended project scope, estimate staffing requirements, and fees for review and signature
Develop and maintain client contact before, during, and after project completion
Cultivate client relationships through industry groups and direct contact
Maintain three-month workload projections for all personally managed projects
Mentor and train Senior Project Engineers, Engineering Managers, and Project Managers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering
14+ years of relevant experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
4+ years of project and staff management experience
Experience with CAD and GIS
PE licensure in California
Familiarity with municipal stormwater programs and regulatory requirements preferred
Experience and expertise in pump station and storage tank engineering design preferred
Master's degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering preferred
Presentations to industry groups and/or local/regional industry-group leadership preferred
Capabilities and interest in municipal sewer collection systems, water master planning, and advanced modeling welcome

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salaries
Profit sharing
401k
Generous paid time off packages
9 Paid Holidays
Flexible schedules
Education reimbursement
Paid annual dues for professional and societal organizations
Competitive and award-winning benefits and perks