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Civil Engineering Recruiter (Temporary Position)

BKF San Francisco, California, United States • Los Angeles, California, United States


No Relocation

Posted: June 26, 2026

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.

BKF Engineers is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Recruiter. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting our recruitment efforts across various technical and corporate roles, ensuring a smooth candidate experience. NOTE: This is a temporary position, anticipated to last six months in duration.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist in managing the full recruitment cycle for temporary and permanent positions
  • Collaborate with hiring managers to identify urgent hiring needs and recruitment strategies
  • Screen resumes and conduct preliminary interviews to assess candidate qualifications
  • Coordinate with candidates throughout the hiring process, facilitating communication and setting expectations
  • Maintain and update candidate records in the applicant tracking system (ATS)
  • Support onboarding of new hires as needed
  • Contribute to building and maintaining a talent pipeline for future hiring needs
  • Conduct research on job market trends to identify potential sourcing strategies
  • Assist in organizing recruitment-related events and career fairs
  • Perform other administrative tasks related to recruiting as assigned
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, wate...
  • 3+ years of experience in corporate full cycle recruitment required
  • Experience with ATS systems, Workable is a plus
  • Experience in AEC industry a required
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Highly organized with excellent attention to detail
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
  • Ability to connect with candidates and build rapport quickly
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to tasks
  • Occasional travel to various office locations

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.

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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.

BKF Engineers is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Recruiter. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting our recruitment efforts across various technical and corporate roles, ensuring a smooth candidate experience. NOTE: This is a temporary position, anticipated to last six months in duration.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist in managing the full recruitment cycle for temporary and permanent positions
  • Collaborate with hiring managers to identify urgent hiring needs and recruitment strategies
  • Screen resumes and conduct preliminary interviews to assess candidate qualifications
  • Coordinate with candidates throughout the hiring process, facilitating communication and setting expectations
  • Maintain and update candidate records in the applicant tracking system (ATS)
  • Support onboarding of new hires as needed
  • Contribute to building and maintaining a talent pipeline for future hiring needs
  • Conduct research on job market trends to identify potential sourcing strategies
  • Assist in organizing recruitment-related events and career fairs
  • Perform other administrative tasks related to recruiting as assigned
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, wate...
  • 3+ years of experience in corporate full cycle recruitment required
  • Experience with ATS systems, Workable is a plus
  • Experience in AEC industry a required
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Highly organized with excellent attention to detail
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
  • Ability to connect with candidates and build rapport quickly
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to tasks
  • Occasional travel to various office locations

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.