BKF is a multi-service infrastructure consulting firm providing civil engineering, construction management, 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.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Provides independent analysis of technical submittals, including but not limited to, shoring and falsework.
Reviews change orders, submittals, shop drawings and materials testing, surveying, RFI's, engineering drawings (such as shoring, falsework, post-tension, bridge removal), and prepares professional communications regarding same.
Performs a wide variety of structure construction engineering, including but not limited to bridges, retaining walls, soundwalls, pump stations and buildings.
Works in conjunction with technical field inspectors and project team members to assure project goals are being met.
Executes field inspection, structures related contract administration, change order preparation.
Administers projects in the absence of RE.Manages professional and technical staff and contract administration.
Monitors and reviews contractors' construction schedules.
Prepares and files daily construction reports, diaries, & other project documents.
Verifies acceptability of material incorporated into the project and maintains material and inspection records.
Assists with recruitment and performance evaluations.
Primary point of contact with clients and approving agencies.
Participates in contract claims and general claim avoidance.
Coordinates with contractors and agencies about different tasks and projects.
BS in Construction Management or Civil Engineering.
California registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) required.
Valid California Class C driver's license and an acceptable driver's record are required.7 + years construction contract management experience related to bridge and/or structures construction projects.
Working knowledge of CALTRANS methods and procedures and municipal agency projects, as well as document coordination on federally funded projects desired.
OTHER REQUIRED SKILLSIs knowledgeable with construction methods and procedures, Caltrans and standard plans and specifications.
Interacts well with other staff.
Able to work well with other people, contractors, agency personnel, the public.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Proficient with computer and computer programs such as Word & Excel.
Proficient with engineering calculations and concepts.
Able to evaluate project issues and changes
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.
The typical base salary range for this position is $180000 - $235000, 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.
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
