Resident Engineer / Construction Manager - Water Resources

BKF Engineers; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 185,000 - 250,342; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range: $185,000–$250,342 per yr

Biweekly pay

Bonuses and profit sharing

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

BKF Engineers is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer/Construction Manager to oversee water and wastewater construction projects in the San Bernardino County region. You will serve as the Owner's on-site representative, ensuring safety, schedule, budget, and contract compliance while coordinating with contractors, inspectors, and internal teams.

The ideal candidate brings strong field leadership and 6+ years of water/wastewater experience, with knowledge of regulations and the ability to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• California PE or CCM certification preferred.
• 6+ years of construction management or resident engineering experience on water or wastewater projects.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local water regulations (NPDES) and publicly funded projects.
• Proven ability to manage contractors, resolve field issues, and administer construction contracts.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Owner's professional representative during construction of water and wastewater projects.
• Oversee daily construction activities, inspections, and coordination with inspectors and team members.
• Administer contracts, review RFIs, submittals, change orders, and pay applications.
• Manage QA/QC in accordance with project requirements.
• Coordinate materials testing, surveying, and construction documentation.
• Lead construction meetings, utility coordination, and agency interactions.
• Monitor scope, schedule, budget, and contractor performance.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, labor, and safety regulations.
• Prepare progress reports and regulatory documentation; liaise with clients and agencies.
• Support proposals, mentoring, and regional leadership collaboration.

Skills

Strong communication

Team leadership

Stakeholder coordination

Negotiation of change orders

Organized and proactive

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

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.

We're seeking an experienced Resident Engineer / Construction Manager to support water and wastewater infrastructure construction projects in the San Bernardino County region. This role serves as the Owner's on-site representative, overseeing construction activities to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contract documents and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong field leadership, deep construction management experience in water and wastewater facilities, and the ability to collaborate with contractors, inspectors, agencies, and internal project teams.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Owner's professional representative during construction of water, wastewater, and related infrastructure projects
• Oversee daily construction activities, field inspections, and coordination with inspectors and project team members
• Administer construction contracts, including review of RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, change orders, and pay applications
• Manage construction quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) in accordance with project requirements
• Coordinate materials testing, surveying, grade verification, and construction documentation
• Lead construction meetings, utility coordination, and agency interactions
• Monitor project scope, schedule, budget, and contractor performance
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, labor compliance, and safety requirements
• Prepare progress reports, regulatory documentation, and project closeout materials
• Act as the primary point of contact with clients, contractors, and permitting agencies
• Support proposal development, staff mentoring, and collaboration with regional water resources leadership

Desired Construction Management Experience

• Large diameter sewer and water pipeline, including trenchless installations
• Water and wastewater treatment plants, including membrane filtration technology
• Sewer lift stations
• Booster pump stations
• Groundwater wells
• Stormwater diversion, capture, and treatment
• Flood control infrastructure
• SCADA installation, integration, and startup commissioning

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• California Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Certified Construction Manager (CCM) preferred
• 6+ years of construction management or resident engineering experience on water or wastewater projects
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local water regulations, including NPDES and publicly funded projects
• Proven ability to manage contractors, resolve field issues, and administer construction contracts
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to lead teams and coordinate with multiple stakeholders
• Effective negotiation of change orders and contract issues
• Organized, proactive, and solutions‑oriented in the field
• Valid California driver's license

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 $185,000.00 - $250,342.00, 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.

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.