The Foth Companies

Software Engineer

• Review construction plans, specifications, schedules, and material takeoffs to translate project needs into purchasing requirements
• Source qualified suppliers for materials, equipment, and construction-related services; solicit and evaluate quotes/proposals to select best-fit options
• Lead commercial negotiations (pricing, lead time, delivery terms, and conditions) to optimize cost, schedule, and quality outcomes
• Prepare and issue purchase orders and procurement packages in accordance with company policy and applicable legal requirements
• Maintain supplier qualification documentation and support supplier onboarding and performance evaluation activities
• Track material lead times, delivery schedules, and logistics to ensure timely availability aligned with project timelines
• Collaborate with project managers, estimators, and construction leadership to forecast procurement needs, resolve constraints, and align on priorities
• Manage changes in scope, substitutions, pricing updates, and delivery adjustments; document and communicate impacts and approvals to stakeholders
• Maintain accurate, audit-ready procurement records (pricing, correspondence, approvals, and compliance documentation)
• Monitor market conditions and cost drivers to support budgeting, risk mitigation, and cost reduction strategies
• Partner cross-functionally to resolve invoice discrepancies, backorders, and quality issues quickly and professionally
• Use systems such as Deltek Vantagepoint and FMIS to enter, track, and report purchasing activity with strong data integrity
• Exhibit strong communication, organization, and follow-through skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a project environment

Engineering Buyer

Civil Engineer

• Serve as technical lead and designer on a variety of coastal, waterfront, and marine infrastructure projects, supporting planning, engineering, and construction efforts
• Perform coastal condition calculations and structural analyses to develop and review designs for shoreline protection, stabilization systems, and marine/waterfront structures, including projects in contaminated sediment remedial zones
• Lead the development of construction documents, including plans and specifications, while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and industry standards
• Collaborate with Project Managers to establish and manage project budgets, schedules, deliverables, and quality standards
• Identify and implement innovative design and engineering technologies, while developing and improving standard work practices for marine and coastal engineering
• Contribute to Foth’s technical excellence by maintaining regulatory knowledge and supporting the development of the firm’s technical library in structural and coastal engineering
• Support business development efforts by preparing and reviewing technical approaches and proposals, partnering with Client Team Leaders to build and maintain strong client relationships
• Serve as the primary technical point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle, effectively communicating complex concepts to technical and non-technical audiences
• Build, lead, and mentor high-performing, multidisciplinary teams, fostering collaboration and advancing coastal engineering competencies through coaching and professional development

Lead Waterfront/Marine Structural Engineer

Engineer

• Lead with Expertise: Take the helm as lead your team on diverse waterfront and coastal projects, guiding client interaction, design, and execution with your knowledge and creativity
• Innovate and Implement: Stay ahead of the curve by identifying and implementing cutting-edge design and engineering technologies that set new industry standards
• Analyze and Design: Use your skills to perform intricate calculations and analyses, crafting and reviewing design drawings for a variety of beach nourishment and shoreline stabilization projects
• Drive Projects to Success: Collaborate with Project Managers to oversee project lifecycles, ensuring budgets, schedules, and quality standards are met
• Craft and Contribute: Develop comprehensive analytical and construction documents and contribute to Foth's growing technical library in coastal engineering
• Engage and Expand: Play a pivotal role in client relations and business development, from crafting compelling proposals to nurturing lasting relationships. Communicate complex topics to non-technical stakeholders effectively

Lead Coastal Engineer

Account Manager

• Responsible for assigned client(s) and Foth project execution team
• Deliver personalized, client-centered service
• Develop and manage positive, long-term client relationships
• Motivate a multi-disciplined team to support clients' needs
• Represent Foth as primary point of contact for the client relationship
• Generate revenue and deliver profitability
• Pursue new opportunities and create strategic plans
• Flexibility in scheduling and ability to travel as necessary

Strategic Account Manager – Engineering

• Perform technical engineering discipline lead for water transmission, distribution, sanitary sewer collection, wastewater conveyance, and/or water system project designs and system analysis
• Provide technical consultation to municipal clients on their sanitary sewer system management, watershed planning, capital improvement plans, green infrastructure, pumping stations, and best management practices
• Develop water and wastewater system reports and community-wide master plans.
• Participate in capital improvement plans for growing Midwest communities.
• Lead a hydraulic analysis team for pressure pipe modeling, transient analysis, pump station analysis, and gravity sewer modeling.
• Prepare design plans, specifications, and bid documents for water and wastewater systems.
• Provide construction support services, including shop drawings, pay estimates, progress meetings, and construction services.

Water/Wastewater Engineer

• Responsible for technical engineering as a municipal wastewater discipline lead for wastewater treatment, process engineering, odor control, pretreatment, biological treatment, wastewater lift stations, facility designs and expansions
• Drive client management and business development for municipal wastewater facilities and treatment projects
• Develop technical wastewater facility plans, master plans, and reports for state and federal approvals and funding applications
• Lead and develop technical hydraulic and wastewater loading analysis for wastewater treatment and pumping facilities
• Prepare design plans, specifications, and bid documents for wastewater mechanical treatment, biological treatment, chemical processes, and pretreatment projects
• Provide mentoring and management of a growing wastewater engineering team
• Oversee construction support services, including shop drawings, pay estimates, progress meetings and construction services for infrastructure projects

Lead Wastewater Treatment Engineer

Director

• Serve as the senior client interface for major capital programs, leading scope definition, execution strategy, proposal support, and long‑term relationship management.
• Lead large, complex, multi‑discipline capital projects from concept through start‑up, ensuring performance in safety, quality, schedule, cost, and contractual compliance.
• Provide executive oversight for internal teams, subcontractors, and vendors. Guide staffing strategies, mentor project managers and project engineers, and support strong overall team performance.
• Oversee project controls including scope management, risk identification and mitigation, document control, scheduling, cost management, and use of project management software.
• Direct procurement and contracting strategies for major equipment, materials, and services, including application of T&M, Lump Sum, and GMP contracting methods.
• Partner with construction management to support installation, technical check‑out, commissioning, and start‑up, including coordination with OEMs and contractors.
• Lead teams through change by building alignment, fostering trust, and driving positive transitions across project phases.
• Apply strong analytical, facilitation, and organizational problem‑solving skills to evaluate project challenges and make sound, timely decisions.
• Champion project and site safety culture, ensuring compliance with all Foth and client safety standards.
• Drive continuous improvement in project delivery by identifying execution efficiencies, advancing best practices, and contributing thought leadership.
• Support business development efforts by strengthening client relationships, identifying growth opportunities, and contributing to strategic pursuits.
• Travel as required (approximately 25–35 percent).

Project Director

• Perform coastal engineering analyses—including wave and structural calculations—to support the design of waterfront, marine, and shoreline protection systems
• Develop and review engineering design drawings, technical details, and specifications for coastal, waterfront, and dredging projects
• Prepare construction documents such as plans, specifications, engineering reports, and technical memoranda
• Support construction activities by providing technical oversight, responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, and conducting site visits for Bay Area marine/coastal projects
• Assist in the planning, engineering, rehabilitation, and construction of shoreline stabilization measures and marine infrastructure
• Apply Foth’s engineering and project delivery methodologies to maintain quality, schedule alignment, and cost awareness
• Evaluate project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and contribute to standard work practices that improve technical consistency
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of coastal and marine infrastructure regulations—especially in California—to ensure compliant engineering solutions
• Support Project Managers by contributing to project schedules, budgets, task coordination, and deliverable tracking
• Assist with technical approaches and proposal development for coastal engineering tasks and multi‑disciplinary projects, while contributing to Foth’s technical library and best practices

Project Engineer – Construction Management

Client Partner

• Drive Business Development: Leverage your existing relationships to identify and cultivate new business opportunities that align with Foth’s market approach. Actively pursue and close sales deals to ensure a steady pipeline of projects.
• Lead Proposals and Presentations: Develop and deliver compelling proposals and presentations, showcasing your ability to understand client needs and market dynamics.
• Foster Long-Term Relationships: Build and maintain long-term client relationships, ensuring satisfaction with our services and fostering loyalty.
• Strategic Selling: Develop and implement strategies to address client risks, execution concerns, and stakeholder issues, positioning Foth as a trusted partner.
• Ensure Project Success: Collaborate with Foth project managers and clients to ensure successful project outcomes from initiation to completion.
• Stay Informed: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of existing and proposed regulations related to public and private/industrial waterfront facilities, ensuring compliance and strategic advantage.
• Strategic Planning: Participate in strategic planning, development, deployment, and growth initiatives to align with Foth’s market strategy.
• Technical Leadership: Provide technical knowledge and project management expertise, supporting turn-key or design-build value propositions.
• Mentor and Coach: Guide and mentor team members, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

Client Manager – Marine Infrastructure

Project Manager

• Oversee the full project lifecycle for coastal, waterfront, and dredging initiatives—including scope development, cost estimation, planning, design, permitting, bidding, construction, and closeout
• Ensure all aspects of the projects meet client expectations, adhering to the agreed scope, budget, and schedule
• Resolve complex technical, financial, scheduling, and regulatory challenges through effective negotiation and solution-finding
• Utilize Foth’s project management methodologies to optimize project schedule and financial performance
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans
• Maintain Foth's positive community reputation throughout project execution
• Identify and capitalize on opportunities to expand client relationships
• Uphold strict safety standards and procedures

Project Manager – Civil Infrastructure

Technical Project Manager

• Serve as the primary client interface, leading scope development, proposal support, issue resolution, and long-term client relationship management
• Lead the planning and execution of multi-discipline capital projects, ensuring delivery within budget, schedule, and contractual requirements
• Direct and manage project teams, subcontractors, and vendors; anticipate staffing needs and provide performance feedback
• Manage project scope, including documentation and execution of approved changes
• Coordinate procurement of equipment, materials, and installation services, including bid evaluation and contract awards
• Partner with construction management to support installation, technical check-out, and start-up activities; coordinate OEMs and contractors as needed
• Develop and promote adherence to project-specific safety plans and applicable Foth and client safety standards
• Identify execution efficiencies and support business development opportunities through strong project delivery
• Travel as required (approximately 25–35%)

Engineering Project Manager – Consumer Products

• Coordinate with other project disciplines
• Develop equipment specifications
• Work with clients, vendors, and suppliers to develop cost estimates
• Develop mass energy balances
• Develop process and instrumentation drawings (P&IDs)
• Coach and mentor others as required
• Support checkout/start-up efforts related to projects

Industrial Ventilation Engineer

• Engage directly in an industrial/manufacturing environment gathering field data and conducting field investigations, when required, for project work
• Provide technical engineering design support for industrial projects electrical systems including medium (15 kV) & low voltage (600 VAC) power distribution
• Complete power systems analysis (short circuit, load flow, overcurrent coordination, arc flash analysis, power factor, ground system, harmonics, panel SCCR)
• Design machine and process power distribution systems, facilities electrical and grounding systems and oversee installation
• Lead the development of all project related documentation, schedules, and cost estimates
• Perform QA/QC of design packages and stamp
• Lead design work, delegate appropriate efforts, and hold team members accountable
• Work as part of a collaborative project team integrated with partner contractors and client
• Lead design reviews with the client and internal teams
• Develop and write proposals which will include concepts, scope of work, deliverables, effort hours, and estimated cost
• Ability to travel for work up to 25% annually

Lead Electrical Power Engineer

• Develop process mechanical deliverables from concept through construction
• Develop equipment specifications, process and instrumentation drawings (P&IDs), equipment lists, line lists, POC lists, and operation specifications
• Work with designers to create drawings
• Write installation scope documents
• Prepare and give technical reviews to clients regarding project-related items
• Coordinate with other project disciplines as required
• Work with clients, vendors, and suppliers to develop deliverables
• Estimate process engineering hours and schedule for proposals
• Oversee and QC engineering work of others (e.g., drawings, calculations, designs, etc.)
• Support construction to include onsite and remote
• Lead checkout/start-up efforts associated with project work
• Provide technical leadership and manage process mechanical discipline project members
• Coach and mentor others as required
• Ability to travel as needed with anticipation of 25-50% annually

Brewing Process Engineer

Graphics Designer

• Steward, shape, and evolve the visual identity of a science and engineering firm
• Lead the design and production of high-impact visual communications across marketing, business development, and brand initiatives
• Bring strategic thinking and hands-on execution to elevate consistency, clarity, and craft
• Serve as a lead creative resource, guiding visual direction
• Partner with marketing leadership to support and maintain brand guidelines and templates
• Design and produce a wide range of print and digital deliverables
• Develop custom illustrations, diagrams, and graphics
• Lead projects from concept through final production