Senior Project Engineer - Civil Land Development

Job Description BKF is a multi-service infrastructure consulting firm providing civil engineering and surveying services across California, the Pacific Northwest, and beyond. With offices throughout California and the Portland area, BKF has served transportation, water resources, land development, government, and federal clients for over 110 years.At BKF, you'll find a unique opportunity to grow your career with intention. Our culture values professional autonomy, innovation, and meaningful collaboration across offices. We are proud to be recognized with the Great Place to Work certification for the second year in a row.We're hiring a Senior Civil Engineer with a strong background in land development, civil infrastructure. This role spans multiple Bay Area locations and involves leading multidisciplinary teams through complex site development projects from concept to completion. Candidates should hold a Professional Engineering license and demonstrate a background in AutoCAD and Civil 3D. Responsibilities include guiding project strategy, overseeing delivery, mentoring junior staff, and maintaining clear communication with internal teams and clients. Strong leadership and technical skills are essential.ResponsibilitiesLead project design efforts for site development, including grading and drainage plans, and utility systems for water and sewerPrepare technical reports, master planning studies, specifications, and cost estimates to support project proposals and executionAssist with project management tasks such as budgeting, scheduling, client communication, and invoicingCollaborate with design teams to ensure cohesive and efficient project delivery across disciplinesDevelop final design packages for roadways and streets, including plan, profile, and cross sectionsIncorporate streetscape, green street, and bicycle path elements into roadway designsApply knowledge of federal, state, city, and county standards to ensure regulatory complianceConduct conceptual studies and prepare specifications, quantity takeoffs, and cost estimatesSupport quality control efforts and contribute to the technical accuracy of deliverablesMentor junior staff and provide guidance on design standards and project workflowsParticipate in design meetings and contribute to collaborative problem-solvingCommunicate regularly with clients and internal teams to align project goals and expectationsRequirementsB.S. in Civil Engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited curriculum or equivalent (required)Minimum of 6+ years of experience in site development, including design of residential and/or commercial subdivisions, utility systems, roadways, and public worksMastery of AutoCAD and Civil 3D (required)Strong technical background in land development designExperience preparing grading and drainage plans, utility layouts, and final roadway design packagesFamiliarity with federal, state, city, and county standardsProfessional Engineering (PE) license in the State of California (highly preferred)Experience mentoring junior staff and supporting quality control effortsStrong communication skills for client interaction and team coordinationPhysical 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.BenefitsThe typical base salary range for this position is $108,000.00 - $149,000.00, annualized depending upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. This is a salaried position, paid bi-weekly.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.BKF Engineers provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.BKF Engineers does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and a specific solicitation for the position or other approved engagement request for the position with BKF Engineers, BKF Engineers reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited submittals are done at the risk of the recruiter.#LI-Hybrid