Resident Engineer - Transportation

BKF Engineers; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Profit sharing

401(k)

Generous PTO

9 paid holidays

Flexible schedules

Education reimbursement

Job summary

BKF Engineers, a long‑standing civil engineering and construction management firm, seeks an experienced professional to act as Owner's representative on bridge, roadway and civil projects. You will ensure conformance with contract docs and lead QA/QC, while guiding staff and managing contract administration.

The role requires a PE license, BS in Civil Engineering, and 7+ years of construction contract management experience on roadway/bridge projects. Travel to BKF locations may be required.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering required.
• California registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) required.
• 7+ years construction contract management experience on roadway/bridge projects.
• Working knowledge of CALTRANS and local agency projects.
• Ability to manage people effectively.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Owner's representative on bridge, roadway, and civil construction projects.
• Ensure projects are built in accordance with contract documents.
• Lead quality control and quality assurance activities.
• Manage staff and contract administration.
• Review change orders, shop drawings, materials testing, and surveying.
• Conduct weekly project meetings and coordinate utilities.
• Prepare project documentation for conformity and QA.

Skills

Contract management

People management

Leadership

Project coordination

Communication

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

California P.E. license

Job description

BKF is a multi‑service infrastructure consulting firm providing civil engineering, construction management, 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.

In this position you will serve as the Owner's professional representative on bridge, roadway, and general civil related construction projects, ensuring projects are built in accordance with contract documents.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Works in conjunction with technical field inspectors and project team members to ensure civil construction project goals are met
• Performs a variety of construction engineering duties, including but not limited to roadways and bridges
• Responsible for project Quality Control and Quality Assurance
• Manages professional and technical staff, as well as contract administration
• Reviews change orders, shop drawings, materials testing, and surveying activities
• Conducts weekly project meetings and oversees utility coordination
• Arranges for materials testing, surveying, grade verification, and processes requests for payment
• Ensures EEO/labor compliance for the project
• Prepares progress and final documentation in compliance with State and Federal Highway Administration requirements
• Works on a major project or multiple projects of moderate scope with complex features
• Prepares and reviews complete project documentation for conformity and quality assurance
• Assists upper‑level management and staff as a technical specialist or advisor in civil construction practices
• Supervises all staff necessary to complete assignments and is responsible for project profitability
• Maintains scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments
• Prepares proposals to provide professional construction services under the direction of a Principal Construction Manager
• Resolves issues arising from the inspection process or contract administration
• Conducts job performance evaluations
• Serves as the primary point of contact with clients and approving agencies
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• BS in Civil Engineering
• California registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) required
• 7+ years construction contract management experience related to roadway and/or bridge construction projects
• Working knowledge of CALTRANS and local agency projects, as well as document coordination on federally funded projects desired
• Able to effectively manage people

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 $190,000 - $250,000, annualized depending upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. This is a salary position paid biweekly.
• Competitive salaries, profit sharing, and 401(k)
• 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 character 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.