Senior Project Engineer - Transportation

Company: BKF Engineers
Location: San Luis Obispo
Posted on: May 12, 2022

Job Description:

We are hiring Senior Project Engineers in multiple offices!BKF has immediate openings for senior-level civil engineers with strong technical abilities, and experience in transportation project design and able to lead a team of engineers on small and large projects.As a senior-level civil engineer you will independently evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria using judgment in making adaptations and modifications for transportation geometric design of roadways and highways. You will undertake assignments that have clear and specified objectives that will require the investigation of a limited number of variables. Using prescribed methods you will perform specific and limited portions of a broader assignment of an experienced engineer or Project Manager. You will perform assignments designed to develop professional work knowledge and abilities. You may plan, schedule, conduct, or coordinate detailed phases of technical work in portions of a major project or in a total project of moderate scope. You will provide assistance to the Project Managers in preparing current status information for internal reporting and for keeping clients informed on progress. You will supervise or coordinate the work of drafters, technicians, and others who assist in specific assignments. Keep abreast of new developments/knowledge and methods affecting your area of expertise by participating in continuing education courses and attending training workshops. You will prepare project specifications and cost estimates and use your knowledge of computer software including those programs used for graphic plan preparation, engineering calculations, spreadsheet preparation, and word processing.Responsibilities:Geometric Approval Drawing preparationPlans, Estimate and Specification (PS&E) package preparation for Cities, Counties and CaltransProject design and development for grading/drainageUtility design including water, sewer and drainage from master planning through constructionTest of materialsRFI and submittal review/response during constructionResearch investigationsAssistance with proposal preparationReport preparationand other activities requiring knowledge of principles and techniques commonly employed in the specific area of assignmentsQualifications:6+ years of experience in site development, design of residential and/or commercial subdivisions, utility systems, and roadways.B.S in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET Accredited Curriculum or equivalent required.Professional Engineering license in the State of California is highly preferred.AutoCAD and Civil 3D mastery required.Transportation/roadway/public works experienceCaltrans experience (especially writing & participating in project study reports & project reports)Diversified experience within various stages/design elements of a project is a plusVery strong communication skillsBenefits:Competitive salaries, end of year bonuses, profit sharing, and 401kBKF pays 100% of the premiums for medical, dental, and vision coverage and 50% for your dependentsFlexible Spending Account (FSA) for health care and dependent care expensesAflac supplemental insurance option, Life insurance, Long-term disability14 days of paid vacation time, 6 paid sick days, 8 paid Holidays3 days paid bereavement, 5 days paid jury duty, 5 days paid natural disasterFlexible schedulesMental health services, Wellness program, Fitness reimbursement, Gym discounts, Farm Fresh to You discountsFree office coffee, tea, fruit, bagels, and oatmealEducation reimbursement, Paid annual dues for professional and societal organizations$5,000 salary increase for attaining P.E. or PLSCompany-sponsored sports teams and clubsAnnual Company Picnic for employees and their families, Casino Themed Luncheon End of Year CelebrationEmployees also have access to BKF's corporate condo in Lake Tahoe!What makes BKF a great choice?The chance to work on iconic West Coast projectsInclusive and engaging company cultureCompetitive salaryProfessional development, training and mentorshipCompany funded retirement planComprehensive benefits packageEmployee wellness programCommitment to diversity, equity, and inclusionFlexible work policy and hybrid work scheduleAmazing teams of supportive and hard-working professionalsWorkplace Awards:"Top Work Place" 2014 - 2021 by the Bay Area News GroupZweigWhite "Best Firms to Work For" Top 100 in the U.S. 2014 - 2019"Best Firm to Work for North Bay" North Bay Business Journal for 8 yearsENR 2017 California's Design Firm of the YearBKF Engineers provides engineering, surveying, and land planning services for architects, commercial and residential developers, colleges and universities, cities and counties, governmental agencies, hotels, health care facilities, and large corporations. Headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area since 1915, the firm has 15 California offices and 1 Oregon office employing 450 staff. Our project experience includes corporate headquarters, office buildings, healthcare facilities, sports facilities, hotels and resorts, justice, public buildings, multi-family housing, educational facilities, retail, industrial, parking, highways, roadways, bridges, and light/heavy rail transit projects.Redwood City. San Jose . San Francisco . Walnut Creek . Pleasanton . Sacramento . Santa Rosa . Richmond . San Rafael . Oakland . Newport Beach . Lathrop. Salinas. San Diego. San Luis Obispo . San Diego . Portland, OR

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