B.S. in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited program
7+ years of experience in land development projects
California Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or similar design software
Expertise in grading, drainage, and utility design
Strong communication skills for diverse audiences
Experience mentoring junior engineering staff
Responsibilities
Lead technical delivery of land development projects
Assist with budgeting, invoicing, and financial management
Mentor and support engineering staff's career growth
Plan and delegate tasks effectively among team members
Make decisions and consult on complex technical issues
Manage design for grading, drainage, and utility systems
Prepare reports, specifications, and cost estimates
Benefits
Competitive salaries with profit sharing and 401k
Generous paid time off and 9 paid holidays
Flexible work schedules
Education reimbursement and support for professional dues
Award-winning benefits and perks
Full Job Description
We're seeking a Civil Infrastructure Engineering Manager with expertise in Land Development to support and guide our Bay Area team. This role is ideal for a California licensed Professional Engineer with 7+ years of experience. The right candidate will mentor junior staff, guide complex site development projects, and support overall project delivery. You'll collaborate with project managers and production teams to deliver grading, drainage, utility, and other civil designs, helping shape BKF's continued leadership in land development across the region.
Responsibilities
Lead technical delivery of small to medium land development projects, ensuring high-quality design and execution
Support financial management activities including budgeting, invoicing, and monthly billing
Supervise, mentor, and support the career development of engineering staff
Plan and organize project tasks; delegate assignments and coordinate team efforts effectively
Serve as professional-in-charge, making final decisions and consulting on complex technical issues
Manage grading, drainage, and utility design (water and sewer) for site development projects
Oversee preparation of reports, master planning studies, specifications, and cost estimates
Ensure quality control (QA/QC) and identify out-of-scope services to maintain project integrity
Collaborate with design teams and provide cross-team training and technical support
Prepare proposals including scope, schedule, and fee estimates for new and ongoing projects
Act as primary client contact; attend project meetings and manage sub-consultants
Apply knowledge of federal, state, and local standards to ensure regulatory compliance
Support business development through cross-selling services and identifying new opportunities
Requirements
B.S. in Civil Engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited program (required)
7+ years of progressive experience delivering land development projects, including residential and commercial subdivisions, site design, utilities, roadways, and public works
Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the State of California (required)
Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or comparable civil design platforms
Demonstrated expertise in grading, drainage, utility coordination, and land development infrastructure
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey information to various audiences such as clients, subcontractors, and across teams
Mentor and support junior engineers through hands-on training, technical oversight, and clear communication
Physical Demands: Must be able to regularly talk, hear and operate a computer, keyboard and mouse and occasionally lift, pull/push and carry up to 20 pounds with accommodations.
Work Conditions: Exposure to constant or intermittent sounds at a low or moderate level consistent with an office setting. Exposure to high-stress, fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment. Travel to other BKF locations and client sites may be required.
Benefits
The typical base salary range for this position is $120,000.00 - $160,000.00 annualized depending upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. This is a salary position paid biweekly.
Competitive salaries, profit sharing, and 401k.
Generous paid time off packages.
9 Paid Holidays.
Flexible schedules.
Education reimbursement, Paid annual dues for professional and societal organizations.
BKF offers competitive and award-winning benefits and perks. To learn more click here.
