Engineering Manager - Stormwater / Flood at BKF Engineers

San Diego, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Dec, 25

Salary

156000.0

Posted On

26 Sep, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Stormwater Management, Hydrology, Hydraulic Modeling, Engineering Design, Client Relations, Business Development, Mentoring, CAD, GIS, Communication Skills, Team Collaboration, Proposal Development, Construction Drawings, Environmental Design, Nature-Based Design

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

About Us Our Water Resources Business Sector—serving public works departments and water/wastewater utilities throughout California--is undergoing re-organization to accelerate growth of our service capabilities, client base, staff development, and water industry engagement and leadership. This re-organization is creating multiple career growth and leadership opportunities for experienced engineers and planners in our practice areas: water systems, recycled water, wastewater, and stormwater/flood. With the support of our OneBKF Team of over 400 civil engineers, planners, and surveyors and our new capital investment partner, BKF’s Water Resources business sector provides an ideal place for experienced engineers looking for career growth as we help our current and future clients throughout the Western US solve their water challenges. BKF is looking for an Engineering Manager or Project Manager to be a key contributor to our Stormwater/Flood practice as we grow our Water Resources business sector through organic growth and acquisitions. This position is equivalent to a Senior or Principal Engineer level at similar consulting firms and represents experience at/beyond the mid-level in technical expertise, design, project planning, project engineering, management, client relations and/or business development. Depending on interest and experience, this role could grow into a technical leadership or other leadership role within Water Resources at BKF. Essential Duties and Accountabilities Serve as the project manager for stormwater treatment, conveyance, site civil, and environmental design projects. Serve as task manager on larger planning, design, and construction projects. Oversee the development, maintenance, and review of Stormwater Management Plans (SWMPs/SWPPPs). Oversee the development, maintenance, and review of hydrology and hydraulic reports Perform complex engineering tasks including engineering designs, preparing reports, construction drawings, specifications, and calculations for storm drainage systems. Review product designs and drawings for compliance with engineering principles, agency standards, customer contract requirements, and related specifications. Prepare stormwater master plans, studies, and technical memoranda that concisely communicate technical and non-technical analyses and conclusions Develop proposals, budgets and schedules for selected 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. Work closely with other engineers and managers to balance workload demands amongst current staff. Provide mentoring and training to Design and Project Engineers. Prepare and conduct technical review of staff, reports, correspondence, calculations and prepare technical recommendations. Plan, organize and supervise work of professionals and technicians as needed. Prepare opinions of probable cost and construction schedules/sequencing on current and new designs. Bachelor's degree in in Civil/Environmental Engineering Hydrologic and hydraulic modeling experience using XPSWMM, HEC HMS, HEC RAS, EPA SWMM, Mike Urban, InfoWorks, and/or other modelling programs. 8+ years of relevant experience Excellent communication skills verbal and written Proven ability to lead and collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary technical team. Participation in marketing clients and preparing competitive and sole source proposals. 2+ years of project/task and staff management Experience with CAD and GIS PE licensure in CA, or in another state with the ability to obtain in CA within 12 months Preferred Education and/or Experience Master's degree in in Civil/Environmental Engineering Presentations to industry groups and/or leadership in industry groups at the local/regional level. Experience with nature-based or green infrastructure planning and design desired. Capabilities and interest in non-urban flood management, municipal water/wastewater design, sewer master planning, and/or asset management also desired. Participation with the California Stormwater Quality Association, Floodplain Managers Association or similar industry organizations 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. The typical base salary range for this position is 118,000 - $156,000 annually, 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. BKF pays 100% of the premiums for medical, dental, and vision coverage and 50% for your dependents. Generous vacation and sick time packages. 8 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. Workplace Awards: We’re proud to be a 2024 - 2025 "Great Place To Work" certified company! BKF Engineers wins Zweig Group’s 2023 Trifecta Award Zweig "Best Firms to Work For" Top 100 in the U.S. 2023 Bay Area News Group "Top Work Place” for 7 years in a row! "Best Firm to Work for North Bay" North Bay Business Journal for 8 years 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

Responsibilities

Serve as the project manager for stormwater treatment and environmental design projects. Oversee the development and review of Stormwater Management Plans and hydrology reports.