Senior Project Engineer, Alternative Delivery

Experience Required

8 years

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor's Degree

Compensation

$7.25 / hourly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Work Schedule and Shift Requirements

First (Day)

Job Description

RK&K is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to play a key role in the planning, design, and delivery of Transportation Projects throughout the firm. In this role, you'll collaborate with experienced engineers and project managers on exciting projects of all delivery types, including Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, P3, and other Alternative Delivery Transportation projects. You'll assist in preparing roadway design plans using OpenRoads Designer (ORD) and contribute to technical reports, modeling, and plan production tasks.

*Fully remote candidates will be considered for this role, although a hybrid work arrangement based in Fairfax, VA is preferred. Travel may be necessary as required by the project.

Essential Functions

Lead or support technical design on a wide range of alternative delivery transportation projects (e.g., highways, interchanges, tollways, transit corridors).

Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams across offices to develop innovative and cost-effective design solutions.

Serve as a technical liaison between internal teams, clients, contractors, and stakeholders.

Develop and review plans, specifications, cost estimates, and design reports using OpenRoads Designer (ORD).

Participate in proposal development, design-build pursuits, and technical presentations.

Mentor junior engineers and support career development within the project team.

Ensure quality control and compliance with applicable standards and client requirements.

Stay informed about industry trends and emerging alternative delivery methods.

Required Skills and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.

Eight (8) + years of experience in transportation infrastructure design.

Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in the state of VA or the ability to obtain within 6 months

Proficient in OpenRoads Designer (ORD) for roadway design and modeling.

Highly organized and attentive to detail

Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with dispersed teams.

Familiarity with DOT standards and procedures (experience with multiple state DOTs is a plus).

Preferred Skills and Experience

Experience working directly with contractors on design-build teams.

Prior experience leading technical task teams or managing portions of large projects.

Demonstrated experience on Design-Build, P3, CM/GC, or similar alternative delivery projects.

Other Duties

This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under ADA). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities and duties required by the employee. Other duties are assigned as required.

What We Offer

RK&K offers excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances

Matching 401(k) plan

Paid Holidays

Much, much more!

Why RK&K?

As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.

Design your career at RK&K, Apply Today!

Salary Range: 110-170k

RK&K IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - RK&K ensures non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities, you may contact Human Resources at 410-728-2900. Persons with hearing-and speech-impairments can contact RK&K by using the Virginia Relay Service, a toll-free telecommunication device for the deaf (TDD). Call 711 for TTY/TDD or use the website www.varelay.org. If you need more information on special assistance regarding limited English proficiency, contact your RK&K office receptionist and they will be able to direct you to: 1) an individual with our company that speaks your language; 2) an outside service that can assist you in communicating with RK&K; or 3) you may also contact Human Resources at: 410-728-2900

Job Type

Full time

Benefits Offered

Not specified

Veteran Preference

No

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

5378