Senior Water Resources Portfolio Director

Bkfengineers; Monterey (CA); On-site; USD 185,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

End of year bonuses

Profit sharing

401k

Paid time off

Job summary

BKF Engineers is seeking a Senior Project Director to lead a portfolio of complex projects and strategic client accounts across California. You will bridge project execution with area leadership, ensuring delivery excellence, client satisfaction, and team development.

The role oversees portfolio performance, mentors managers, and drives strategic business development, with travel to BKF locations as needed. A CA PE license and 10+ years of experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Environmental Sciences/Construction or closely related field.
• PE license in California is required; professional licensure preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of experience managing complex projects and leading teams.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and client accounts simultaneously.
• Strong communication, leadership, and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of multiple projects within budget, schedule, and quality targets.
• Escalate and resolve portfolio issues; monitor risks and mitigation plans.
• Mentor Project Managers and Senior Project Managers; support succession planning.
• Lead client engagement and business development within the portfolio.
• Ensure QA/QC, safety protocols, and process improvements across projects.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Mentoring

Client management

Business development

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Environmental Sciences/Construction

Tools

Project management software

Job description

BKF Engineers is seeking a Senior Project Director to lead a portfolio of complex projects and strategic client accounts across California. You will bridge project execution with area leadership, ensuring delivery excellence, client satisfaction, and team development.

The role oversees portfolio performance, mentors managers, and drives strategic business development, with travel to BKF locations as needed. A CA PE license and 10+ years of experience are required.