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Surface Water / Flood Control Project Manager - Water Infrastructure Design

$123k - $170k

BKF Engineers

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. The Project Manager of Surface Water/Flood Control will be key in spearheading projects to enhance community resilience to flooding, climate change, and water scarcity. This pivotal role involves leading multi-disciplinary teams, managing projects from concept through execution, and engaging with clients and stakeholders to drive successful outcomes. Ideal candidates will bring a passion for water resilience, alongside expertise in project management and a robust engineering background. Responsibilities Lead and manage water resilience projects, ensuring timely completion, adherence to budgets, and compliance with regulatory standards Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders, including regulatory agencies, to facilitate project progress and secure necessary approvals Conduct technical analyses and assessments to inform project design, including hydrologic modeling, risk assessments, and feasibility studies Develop project proposals, scope of work, schedules, and budgets, while ensuring alignment with client expectations Engage clients and stakeholders in project development, providing updates and building supportive relationships Mentor and train junior staff members, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment within the team Identify and pursue new business opportunities related to water resilience, contributing to BKF's growth and market presence Requirements Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering or a related field 5+ years of experience in water resources, with a focus on surface water, flood management and resilience projects Proven project management experience in civil engineering, with strong skills in budget management and client relations California PE licensure or ability to obtain licensure within 12 months Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Proficiency in hydrologic modeling software and engineering design tools Preferred Requirements Experience with multi-disciplinary project teams and public sector clients Master's degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering or related areas A strong network of contacts within the water resources field Demonstrated commitment to sustainable and resilient design practices 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. Benefits The typical base salary range for this position is $123,000.00 - $170,000.00, 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr BKF Engineers

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