Construction Engineer Jobs in San Jose, CA
Construction Engineer jobs in San Jose, California are in active demand, with employers like BKF Engineers, Turner & Townsend Pty Limited, and Jahn among those hiring. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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INTRODUCTION
BKF is hiring a Principal Construction Manager to provide leadership, strategic planning, staff development and business development for the construction management group within the greater San Francisco Bay Area. They must provide full program leadership the Construction Management Department, Water Resources Division. Lead efforts to develop, sustain and grow business in the transportation market sectors, and ensure revenue growth and profitability of same.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provides program level leadership of the Water Resources division of Construction Management Department within the greater Bay Area
- Executes and is responsible for business development efforts and strategies to achieve market sector financial performance metrics
- Serves as Project Manager on projects as appropriate
- Utilizes highly effective communication skills with internal and client staff at multiple levels, including elected officials to ensure a high degree of quality, timeliness, and profitability
- Demonstrates effective leadership in resolving obstacles for delivery of complex projects
- Supervises and directs CM project staff and teams in the Water Resources division
- Manages projects with efficient delivery and high-quality standards
- Leads planning and scheduling efforts relating to multiple project integration
- Guides development of CM subprograms
- Assists with significant program positioning and proposal efforts
- Interfaces with Headquarters and Business Development staff to identify and track and pursue business opportunities
- Attends industry events and conferences for client networking purposes
- Visits clients to position for upcoming work
- Strengthens business development activities, including preparation of proposals, interviews, and project contracting/setup processes
- Engages and promotes staff to execute strategic staffing activities and recruitment efforts
- Monitors and take responsibility for profitability
- Other related duties and assigned or required
Desired Construction Management Experience:
We are seeking candidates with experience in some of the following areas. While not every item is required, experience in a combination of these areas will be highly valued:
- Large diameter sewer and water pipeline, including trenchless installations
- Water and wastewater treatment plants, including membrane filtration technology
- Sewer lift stations
- Booster pump stations
- Groundwater wells
- Stormwater diversion, capture, and treatment
- Flood control infrastructure
- SCADA installation, integration, and startup commissioning
Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Minimum Education, Licensure, or Certification Required
- BS in Civil Engineering or transitional field
- California registered Professional Engineer (PE)
- Valid Driver’s license and an insurable driver’s record required
Minimum Experience Required
- 15 years of industry experience with increasing levels of knowledge, responsibility, and leadership requirements
Other Required Skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong technical writing skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Software (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Ability to learn and utilize Deltek Vision software
- Interacts well with other staff
Benefits
- The typical base salary range for this position is $225,000.00 - $275,000.00 annually, depending upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location, hourly wage
- Competitive salaries, profit sharing, and 401k
- BKF pays multiple of the premiums for medical, dental, and vision coverage and 50% for your dependents
- Generous vacation and sick time packages
- 8 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.
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Who's Hiring
- BKF Engineers7

- Turner & Townsend Pty Limited4

- Jahn2J
- Rosendin Electric2

- Hays1

Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services15
- Energy3
- Electronics & Hardware3
- Construction & Real Estate3
- Staffing & Recruiting1
Construction Engineer Jobs in San Jose: Frequently Asked Questions
How many construction engineer jobs are there in San Jose?
There are 41+ construction engineer openings in San Jose, California on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New positions post regularly as San Jose employers hire.
Which companies hire construction engineers in San Jose?
San Jose construction engineer roles are posted by BKF Engineers, Turner & Townsend Pty Limited, and Jahn and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote construction engineer jobs in San Jose?
Yes. About 23% of construction engineer openings tied to San Jose are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in and around San Jose.
Which industries hire the most construction engineers in San Jose?
The sectors hiring the most construction engineers in San Jose are Consulting & Professional Services, Energy, and Electronics & Hardware, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
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