Lead and deliver bridge and structural engineering projects from pursuit through construction, including proposal development (scope, schedule, budget) and client interviews
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, agency partners, and teaming consultants across Northern and Central California
Manage multidisciplinary project teams and coordinate with civil, survey, environmental, and construction stakeholders
Oversee and mentor engineers in the preparation of PS&E packages, technical studies, reports, calculations, and supporting documentation
Perform and review bridge analysis and design using bridge‑specific finite element and section analysis software
Ensure designs comply with applicable codes and standards, including AASHTO LRFD and seismic design requirements
Provide construction support services, including site visits, responding to RFIs, and reviewing shop drawings and submittals
Lead bridge inspection and preventative maintenance projects, as applicable
Effectively communicate complex technical concepts in writing and verbally, representing the firm with professionalism
Manage project schedules, budgets, workload, and performance metrics across multiple concurrent assignments
Requirements
B.S. in Civil Engineering is required, and M.S. in Structural Engineering is preferred
California Professional Engineer (P.E.) license is required
12+ years of progressive experience in bridge and structural design and project management
Strong understanding of bridge design codes, seismic principles, and construction practices
Proven success in leading teams, client management, and deliver complex capital projects
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
Competitive salaries, end of year bonuses, profit sharing, and 401k.
BKF pays 100% of the premiums for medical, dental, and vision coverage and 50% for your dependents.
Generous vacation and sick time packages.
8 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.