BKF is seeking an Engineering Manager with deep expertise in Land Development Civil Infrastructure design to lead their growing team in Newport Beach, guiding complex site development efforts and supporting project delivery.
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience in land development, including site development, design of residential and/or commercial subdivisions, utility systems, roadways, and public works projects
- Must have a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the State of California
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D (or similar design software)
- Strong technical background in complete streets, multimodal design, and roadway or transit infrastructure projects
Responsibilities
- Lead technical delivery of small to medium land development projects, ensuring high-quality design and execution
- Manage grading, drainage, and utility design (water and sewer) for site development projects
- Oversee preparation of reports, master planning studies, specifications, and cost estimates
- Ensure quality control (QA/QC) and identify out-of-scope services to maintain project integrity
- Collaborate with design teams and provide cross-team training and technical support
- Apply knowledge of federal, state, and local standards to ensure regulatory compliance
- Serve as professional-in-charge, making final decisions and consulting on complex technical issues
Other
- Supervise, mentor, and support the career development of engineering staff
- Plan and organize project tasks; delegate assignments and coordinate team efforts effectively
- Support financial management activities including budgeting, invoicing, and monthly billing
- Prepare proposals including scope, schedule, and fee estimates for new and ongoing projects
- Act as primary client contact; attend project meetings and manage sub-consultants
