Senior Civil Engineer – Land Development Lead

BKF Engineers; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Profit sharing

401k

Generous paid time off

Flexible schedules

Education reimbursement

Job summary

BKF Engineers is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer with a strong land development background to lead project delivery and mentor staff. You will manage projects from concept to completion, coordinating with clients and multidisciplinary teams to ensure on-time, within-budget delivery.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, site infrastructure design, and collaboration across BKF offices. Typical responsibilities include design oversight, reports, and client coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (ABET‑accredited) or equivalent.
• PE license required (California PE preferred).
• 7+ years of progressively responsible land development experience.
• Strong site development design experience: grading, drainage, utilities, roadway improvements.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and delivery of land development projects including residential, commercial, mixed-use, industrial, and public infrastructure.
• Prepare and oversee grading, drainage, stormwater, utility, and roadway improvement plans.
• Develop technical reports, studies, specs, quantity takeoffs, and cost estimates.
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, invoicing, and resources for successful delivery.
• Serve as primary client contact and coordinate with agencies, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Provide technical leadership, QA/QC, and mentorship to staff.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

BKF Engineers is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer with a strong land development background to lead project delivery and mentor staff. You will manage projects from concept to completion, coordinating with clients and multidisciplinary teams to ensure on-time, within-budget delivery.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, site infrastructure design, and collaboration across BKF offices. Typical responsibilities include design oversight, reports, and client coordination.