BKF Engineers

Director

• Oversee the successful delivery of multiple projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Serve as the primary point of escalation for project issues within the portfolio, resolving challenges and mitigating risks.
• Monitor project budgets, schedules, and resource allocation, report portfolio performance to the Area Lead.
• Implement and enforce firm-wide project management standards, QA/QC processes, and safety protocols across all assigned projects.
• Support Area Lead in identifying and implementing process improvements.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing regional team, which may include Area and/or Discipline Leads.
• Support succession planning and talent acquisition in alignment with sector and firmwide goals.
• Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Manage client relationships within assigned portfolio; ensure high levels of client satisfaction and repeat business.
• Identify and pursue new project opportunities in alignment with area and firm goals.
• Lead or support proposal development and presentations for new work within the portfolio.
• Collaborate with Area Lead on strategic pursuits and major client initiatives.
• Supervise and mentor Project Managers and Senior Project Managers; provide guidance on project delivery, client management, and professional growth.
• Support onboarding, training, and development of project staff within the portfolio.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing team culture.
• Provide input on performance reviews and succession planning for project management staff.
• Support the development of the regional budget and business plan in coordination with the Practice Lead.
• Monitor backlog, revenue, and operating margin performance across the region.
• Monitor regional performance metrics and implement corrective actions as needed to meet or exceed KPIs.
• Responsible for meeting or exceeding performance KPIs including, but not limited to, utilization and project profitability.
• Optimize resource allocation to ensure operational efficiency and project success.

Senior Project Director – Water and Wastewater

Project Manager

• Lead and manage water resilience projects, ensuring timely completion, adherence to budgets, and compliance with regulatory standards
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders, including regulatory agencies, to facilitate project progress and secure necessary approvals
• Conduct technical analyses and assessments to inform project design, including hydrologic modeling, risk assessments, and feasibility studies
• Develop project proposals, scope of work, schedules, and budgets, while ensuring alignment with client expectations
• Engage clients and stakeholders in project development, providing updates and building supportive relationships
• Mentor and train junior staff members, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment within the team
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities related to water resilience, contributing to BKF’s growth and market presence

Project Manager – Surface Water, Flood Control

Engineer

• Design and coordination of site development projects for residential, commercial, mixed-use, and public works developments
• Preparation of grading and drainage plans in compliance with local and regional standards
• Design of utility systems including water, sewer, and stormwater infrastructure
• Preparation of technical reports, master planning studies, and entitlement support documents
• Development of construction specifications, quantity takeoffs, and cost estimates
• Site layout planning including parking, access, and circulation design
• Integration of sustainable design elements such as low-impact development (LID) and green infrastructure
• Application of Federal, State, City, and County codes and permitting requirements
• Preparation of conceptual design studies and feasibility analyses
• Collaboration across departments and external stakeholders, including other consultants throughout the project lifecycle

Project Engineer – Civil Land Development

Accountant

• Support the month-end closing process and reconciliations
• Prepare invoices for clients and review draft invoices for appropriate labor and expense charges. Ensure accuracy with billing rates and billing ceilings. Make appropriate changes and reclassifications
• Assist Project Manager in reviewing project costs (budget vs actual)
• Research client invoicing questions and fulfill client requests for invoice support documentation
• Prepare project financial reports (i.e. WIP aging, AR aging, project budget vs actual)
• Support project managers in project setup and project maintenance in Deltek Vision
• Troubleshoot and problem-solve project billing issues
• Perform other assignments as required
• This position will report to our Oakland office a minimum of one day per week

Project Accountant

• Lead and manage water resilience projects, ensuring timely completion, adherence to budgets, and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders, including regulatory agencies, to facilitate project progress and secure necessary approvals.
• Conduct technical analyses and assessments to inform project design, including hydrologic modeling, risk assessments, and feasibility studies.
• Develop project proposals, scope of work, schedules, and budgets, while ensuring alignment with client expectations.
• Engage clients and stakeholders in project development, providing updates and building supportive relationships.
• Mentor and train junior staff members, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment within the team.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities related to water resilience, contributing to BKF’s growth and market presence.

Project Manager – Water Resilience

• Serve as the Owner’s professional representative during construction of water, wastewater, and related infrastructure projects
• Oversee daily construction activities, field inspections, and coordination with inspectors and project team members
• Administer construction contracts, including review of RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, change orders, and pay applications
• Manage construction quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) in accordance with project requirements
• Coordinate materials testing, surveying, grade verification, and construction documentation
• Lead construction meetings, utility coordination, and agency interactions
• Monitor project scope, schedule, budget, and contractor performance
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, labor compliance, and safety requirements
• Prepare progress reports, regulatory documentation, and project closeout materials
• Act as the primary point of contact with clients, contractors, and permitting agencies
• Support proposal development, staff mentoring, and collaboration with regional water resources leadership

Resident Engineer – Construction Manager, Water Resources

• Design and coordination of bridge and structural engineering projects, including highway and rail bridges, overpasses, underpasses, retaining walls, culverts, sound walls, and other transportation-related structures
• Preparation of structural design plans, details, calculations, and specifications in compliance with Caltrans, AASHTO, local agency, and seismic design standards
• Development of structural analysis and load rating calculations for new and existing bridge structures, including rehabilitation and retrofit projects
• Design of foundations and substructures such as piles, drilled shafts, footings, abutments, and piers, considering geotechnical and seismic requirements
• Preparation of structural quantity takeoffs, engineer’s estimates, and construction cost evaluations for bridge and structure projects
• Coordination with roadway, geotechnical, drainage, utility, and construction engineering teams to ensure integrated and constructible designs
• Preparation of technical reports, structural assessments, feasibility studies, and alternatives analyses to support bridge and structural projects
• Application of Federal, State, City, and County codes, including permitting, seismic safety, and regulatory requirements for bridge and structural design
• Review of shop drawings, RFIs, and construction submittals to ensure conformance with design intent and project specifications
• Collaboration with transportation agencies, contractors, consultants, and external stakeholders throughout planning, design, and construction phases

Project Engineer – Bridge & Structures

• Lead and deliver bridge and structural engineering projects from pursuit through construction, including proposal development (scope, schedule, budget) and client interviews
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, agency partners, and teaming consultants across Northern and Central California
• Manage multidisciplinary project teams and coordinate with civil, survey, environmental, and construction stakeholders
• Oversee and mentor engineers in the preparation of PS&E packages, technical studies, reports, calculations, and supporting documentation
• Perform and review bridge analysis and design using bridge‑specific finite element and section analysis software
• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes and standards, including AASHTO LRFD and seismic design requirements
• Provide construction support services, including site visits, responding to RFIs, and reviewing shop drawings and submittals
• Lead bridge inspection and preventative maintenance projects, as applicable
• Effectively communicate complex technical concepts in writing and verbally, representing the firm with professionalism
• Manage project schedules, budgets, workload, and performance metrics across multiple concurrent assignments

Project Manager – Bridge & Structures

Civil Engineer

• Develop project proposals, including scope, schedule, and budget; build project teams; lead project interviews; negotiate terms and conditions; and develop and maintain client and partner relationships
• Train engineers in the development of construction/contract documents (PS&E), technical studies and reports, and supporting calculations and documentation
• Perform construction site visits and provide construction support engineering services, including responding to contractor RFIs and reviewing shop submittals
• Lead bridge preventative maintenance-based projects, including inspections when applicable
• Coordinate with civil engineering discipline leads, engineers, surveyors, environmental planners, consultant partners, client agencies, and other stakeholders
• Manage and track time and key performance indicators across multiple deadlines and demands
• Communicate complex ideas clearly and professionally in written and spoken form across multiple organizations, agencies, and disciplines, recognizing that communication reflects local competency, the broader business, and professional standards

Senior Project Director – Water and Wastewater

Senior Project Director – Water and Wastewater

Project Manager – Surface Water, Flood Control

Project Engineer – Civil Land Development

Project Accountant

Project Manager – Water Resilience

Resident Engineer – Construction Manager, Water Resources

Project Engineer – Bridge & Structures

Project Manager – Bridge & Structures

Regional Lead, Civil Engineer – Bridge & Structures