Senior Project Manager - Stormwater

BKF•Oakland, CA

4d•$169,041 - $206,606•Hybrid

About The Position

Our Water Resources Business Sector is experiencing growth and is looking for a Senior Project Manager to be a key contributor. This role is equivalent to a Principal Engineer or higher at similar firms, requiring extensive experience in technical expertise, design, project planning, project engineering, management, client relations, and business development. BKF is a multi-service infrastructure consulting firm with a strong presence across California and the Pacific Northwest, known for its collaborative culture and commitment to professional growth, as evidenced by its Great Place to Work certification.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering
14+ years of relevant experience
Excellent communication skills verbal and written
4+ years of project and staff management
Experience with CAD and GIS
PE licensure in CA

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience with flood control systems, stormwater conveyance infrastructure, hydraulic and hydrologic modeling, drainage and watershed master planning, green infrastructure, and/or storm pump station design and analysis.
Familiarity with municipal stormwater programs and regulatory requirements.
Experience and expertise in pump station and storage tank engineering design
Master's degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering
Presentations to industry groups and/or leadership in industry groups at the local/regional level.
Capabilities and interest in municipal sewer collection system, water master planning and advanced modeling also welcome.

Responsibilities

Serve as a project manager on larger design and construction projects.
Serve as a technical leader or management leader within the Water Resources sector.
Perform and oversee complex engineering tasks including engineering designs, preparing reports, construction drawings, specifications, and calculations for water distribution systems with focus on pump stations, tanks, and transmission mains.
Review product designs and drawings for compliance with engineering principles, firm standards, customer contract requirements, and related specifications.
Develop proposals and budgets for larger engineering efforts.
Meet with clients to determine recommended project scope, estimate staffing requirements, and fee for review and prepare for signature.
Develop and maintain client contact before, during, and after project completion.
Cultivate client relationships through industry groups and by direct contract.
Maintain three-month workload projections for all projects under personal management.
Mentor and train Senior Project Engineers, Engineering Managers, and Project Managers.