Market Lead - Federal, Land Development

BKF Engineers - Sacramento, CA

Hiring: Market Lead - Federal, Land Development Company: BKF Engineers Location: Sacramento, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 19:42:33 About the job Experience: •8-10 years of experience delivering federal projects, including experience with DOE or other federal departments, agencies, or programs, with at least three years in a leadership role •10 years of experience delivering federal projects, including experience with DOE or other federal departments, agencies, or programs, with at least three years in a leadership role •Over 110 years. Required Skills: •Identify market trends, client needs, and competitive positioning to drive growth and inform firmwide strategy •Expand opportunities into adjacent federal markets •Provide subject matter expertise in DOE National Labs and other federal markets where relevant •Interface directly with National Labs Key Client Leader to further develop and execute the firm's strategic plan for the DOE National Labs market, including leveraging and integrating experience across other federal agencies and programs where relevant •Provide executive-level oversight on key projects to ensure quality, profitability, and client satisfaction •Support project teams in navigating complex technical and operational challenges •Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing regional teams, with a focus on building market-aligned teams as the sector grows •Lead succession planning and talent acquisition in alignment with sector and firmwide goals Qualifications: •Minimum of 8-10 years of experience delivering federal projects, including experience with DOE or other federal departments, agencies, or programs, with at least three years in a leadership role •Demonstrated experience leading or scaling a market, practice, or business line, with accountability for growth, client development, and overall performance •Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams (civil, site development, utilities, and supporting disciplines) and manage complex, fast-track programs •In-depth knowledge of the federal market dynamics, client delivery models, utility coordination, and permitting/regulatory frameworks •Strong executive presence with the ability to engage and influence C-suite stakeholders and position the firm as a trusted advisor •Demonstrated success in business development and key account management within the federal market •Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills •Highly organized, analytical, and results-oriented. •Demonstrated capacity to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven consulting environment. •Willingness to travel as needed to support projects, client engagements, and coordination with other offices Compensation: •$185,000 - $235,000 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!