Civil Engineering Manager - Land Develoment
bkf engineersOakland (CA)
Civil Engineering Manager - Land Develoment
Posted 2 days ago
bkf engineersOakland (CA)
SENIORITY
Lead
About the role
Civil Infrastructure Engineering Manager BKF is a multi-service infrastructure consulting firm providing civil engineering, construction management, environmental, planning, 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 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
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