Water Resources Engineer III / Sr. Project Engineer

BKF Engineers; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 127,015 - 155,241; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Profit sharing

401(k)

Paid time off

Flexible schedules

Education reimbursement

Job summary

A multi-service infrastructure consulting firm is seeking a mid-to-senior level design engineer for its San Francisco office. The role involves leading design efforts on water management projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates must have 6+ years of site development experience and a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering. This position offers competitive salary, benefits including flexible schedules and paid time off, and a supportive work environment for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience on site development projects.
• Strong technical understanding of water management strategies.
• Experience working on multidisciplinary design teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to the design and delivery of water infrastructure projects.
• Support project management activities including scope development and schedule coordination.
• Prepare and review engineering calculations, plans, and specifications.

Skills

Site development projects experience

Interpersonal skills

Technical problem-solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

EIT certification

California Professional Engineer (P.E.) license

Job description

BKF is a multi-service infrastructure consulting firm providing civil engineering, construction management, environmental, planning, 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.

Position Overview

We are seeking a mid-to-senior level design engineer with 6+ years of experience to support our San Francisco office. This role supports our Water Resilience practice on planning and design projects integrating sustainable water management, onsite water reuse, resilient design, and green stormwater infrastructure. Candidates should have a strong technical understanding of the site development process and the ability to lead design efforts and support project management activities.

Additionally, candidates should have a good understanding of hydrology and water resource analysis, a strong interest in improving these skills through work on site development projects of various scales that include forward‑thinking water management strategies. Experience working on multidisciplinary design teams (landscape architects, architects, urban designers, planners) is preferred. This role collaborates closely with Project Managers and multidisciplinary BKF teams to deliver high‑quality water infrastructure solutions while mentoring junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to the design and delivery of water infrastructure projects.
• Support project management activities, including scope development, schedules, budgets, coordination with internal teams, and technical deliverables.
• Prepare and review engineering calculations, technical reports, plans, and specifications.
• Coordinate with clients, agencies, and stakeholders, including support of permitting processes and regulatory approvals.
• Apply BKF standards and best practices to ensure quality, consistency, and innovation in project delivery.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and designers; collaborate across BKF service lines and disciplines to support integrated project delivery.
• Assist with proposal support and technical input for water resources and stormwater pursuits as needed.

Requirements

• 6+ years working on site development projects.
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.
• EIT required; California Professional Engineer (P.E.) license preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills essential within our client‑focused environment.
• Strong initiative and technical problem‑solving expertise.

Physical Demands

Must be able to regularly talk, hear, and operate a computer, keyboard, and mouse. 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 $127,015 – $155,241, annualized depending on 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

BKF 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.