Senior Project Engineer

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.

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.

We're seeking a seasoned Senior Project Engineer with expertise in land development. In this role, you'll independently manage civil engineering projects of all sizes, mentor team members, and collaborate both internally and externally to ensure timely progress and accurate reporting. You'll play a key role in delivering high-quality projects, shaping strategic direction, offering valuable input, and navigating complex engineering challenges with confidence.

Responsibilities:

• Project Design for Site Development
• Grading and Stormwater Plans
• Utility Systems for Water and Sewer
• Report Preparation and Master Planning Studies
• Preparation of Specifications and Cost Estimates
• Project Management Assistance: Budgeting, Schedules, Client Care, Invoicing
• Design team collaboration and support
• Roadway Design: Streetscape, Green Streets, Bicycle Path Plans
• Knowledge of Federal, State, City and County Standards
• Preparation of Specifications and Quantity Takeoffs and Cost Estimates

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in site development, including the design of residential and commercial subdivisions, utility systems, roadways, and public infrastructure
• B.S in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET Accredited Curriculum or equivalent required
• AutoCAD and Civil 3D mastery required
• A Professional Engineer (PE) or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) license in the State of Oregon is highly preferred

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 $115,000.00 - $143,00.00 annualized depending upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. This is a salary position paid biweekly.
• Competitive salaries, profit sharing, and 401k.
• 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 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 does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.