Project Manager - Surface Water/Flood Control

Project Manager - Surface Water/Flood Control Tustin, CA Job Details Full-time $123,000 - $170,000 a year 13 hours ago Benefits Profit sharing Paid holidays 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Flexible schedule Qualifications Project team coordination Surface water Computer operation Budget management Civil engineering Business development within consulting Budget control Identifying new business opportunities Engineering Regulatory compliance Collaborating with government agencies Master's degree in civil engineering Master's degree Climate change Flood control Master's degree in environmental engineering Team development Proposal writing Bachelor's degree in engineering Bachelor's degree Team management Mentoring Bachelor's degree in civil engineering Environmental Engineering Senior level Training Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering Professional Engineer Civil Engineering Sustainable design Communication skills Project stakeholder communication Green infrastructure Regulatory compliance management Climate resilience Staff development Stakeholder management 10 years Full 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. The Project Manager of Water Resilience will be key in spearheading projects to enhance community resilience to flooding, climate change, and green infrastructure. This pivotal role involves leading multi-disciplinary teams, managing projects from concept through execution, and engaging with clients and stakeholders to drive successful outcomes. Ideal candidates will bring a passion for water resilience, alongside expertise in project management and a robust engineering background. Responsibilities Lead and manage water resilience projects, ensuring timely completion, adherence to budgets, and compliance with regulatory standards Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders, including regulatory agencies, to facilitate project progress and secure necessary approvals Conduct technical analyses and assessments to inform project design, including hydrologic modeling, risk assessments, and feasibility studies Develop project proposals, scope of work, schedules, and budgets, while ensuring alignment with client expectations Engage clients and stakeholders in project development, providing updates and building supportive relationships Mentor and train junior staff members, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment within the team Identify and pursue new business opportunities related to water resilience, contributing to BKF's growth and market presence Requirements Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering or a related field 10-12 years of experience in water resources, with a focus on surface water, flood management and resilience projects Proven project management experience in civil engineering, with strong skills in budget management and client relations California PE licensure required Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Proficiency in hydrologic modeling software and engineering design tools Experience with preparing proposals for public agencies

Preferred Requirements:

Experience with multi-disciplinary project teams and public sector clients Master's degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering or related areas A strong network of contacts within the water resources field Demonstrated commitment to sustainable and resilient design practices

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 $123,000.00 - $170,000.00, annualized depending upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. This is a salary position paid biweekly. Competitive salaries, end of year bonuses, 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 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. #LI-Hybrid