Hybrid Senior Project Engineer – Water Resources, Stormwater

at BKF Engineers

• Job title: Senior Project Engineer – Water Resources, Stormwater
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: $115,000 - $149,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Redwood City, United States

About the role

• Senior Project Engineer delivering water infrastructure projects across California at BKF. Leading design efforts and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams while mentoring junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to the design and delivery of water infrastructure projects, including stormwater and wastewater systems such as pipelines, pump stations, tanks, rehabilitation projects, planning studies, and hydrology/hydraulic analyses
• Support project management activities, including scope development, schedules, budgets, coordination with internal teams, and technical deliverables
• Prepare and review engineering calculations, technical reports, plans, and specifications
• Coordinate with clients, agencies, and stakeholders, including support of permitting processes and regulatory approvals
• Apply BKF standards and best practices to ensure quality, consistency, and innovation in project delivery
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and designers Collaborate across BKF service lines and disciplines to support integrated project delivery
• Assist with proposal support and technical input for water resources and stormwater pursuits as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or a related field
• California Professional Engineer (P.E.) license is highly preferred (EIT required)
• 6+ years of experience in water resources and civil infrastructure engineering, with an emphasis on stormwater and/or wastewater projects
• Strong technical background in stormwater and wastewater infrastructure design, including pipelines, pump stations, pipe rehabilitation, and hydrology/hydraulic modeling
• Experience supporting or leading planning studies, master plans, and infrastructure projects from concept through design and construction support
• Familiarity with California permitting processes, agency coordination, and technical documentation
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment
• Strong communication skills and the ability to effectively coordinate with clients and project teams
• Interest in continued technical growth and increased project leadership responsibility

Benefits

• The typical base salary range for this position is $115,000.00 - $149,000.00, annualized depending upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. This is a salary position paid biweekly.
• Competitive salaries, end of year bonuses, 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.