Senior Project Manager - Government Solutions

BKF Engineers; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 162,000 - 191,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Profit sharing

401(k)

Generous paid time off

Flexible schedules

Education reimbursement

Paid annual dues for professional organizations

Job summary

A multi-service infrastructure consulting firm in California is seeking a Civil Engineer with extensive experience in municipal infrastructure. As an advisor to public agency clients, you will manage public project delivery from planning to construction. The ideal candidate holds a California PE license and has over 10 years of relevant experience. Benefits include competitive salaries, flexible schedules, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of municipal infrastructure or public-sector land development experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to public agency clients on capital improvement programs.
• Manage projects through all phases of public project delivery.
• Build and lead project teams; prepare proposals that define scope, schedule, and budget.
• Oversee construction management services.
• Mentor and support junior engineers and inspectors.

Skills

Communication skills

Solutions-oriented mindset

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited)

California Professional Civil Engineer (PE) license

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.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to public agency clients on capital improvement programs and staff augmentation assignments
• Manage projects through all phases of public project delivery, from planning and entitlements to PS&E and construction
• Build and lead project teams; prepare proposals that define scope, schedule, and budget
• Oversee construction management services and coordinate with inspectors, consultants, and stakeholders
• Mentor and support junior engineers and inspectors
• Apply Caltrans, APWA Greenbook, and local agency standards with confidence

What you’ll gain

• High‑visibility public‑sector projects that impact communities
• Clear leadership and career advancement opportunities
• Mentorship from experienced engineers
• Flexible work environment with meaningful client interaction

Requirements

• B.S. in Civil Engineering (ABET‑accredited)
• California Professional Civil Engineer (PE) license
• 10+ years of municipal infrastructure or public‑sector land development experience
• Strong communication skills and a proactive, solutions‑oriented mindset

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 $162,000 - $191,000, 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 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.