Project Administrator

RK&K; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Hybrid work model

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid holidays

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Project Administrator to join its construction management team in Central Florida. This role involves directing administrative tasks, managing construction projects, and ensuring compliance with FDOT specifications. Ideal candidates will have engineering experience in major road or bridge projects and possess the FDOT Advanced MOT certification. The firm offers attractive compensation, health benefits, and opportunities for career growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years of engineering experience in construction projects, or 8 years of related experience.
• FDOT Advanced MOT certification required.
• Familiar with FDOT specifications and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct administrative staff in construction projects.
• Draft project correspondence, RFIs, and time extension requests.
• Conduct internal quality assurance reviews.

Skills

Construction management

Engineering skills

Project administration

FDOT Specifications familiarity

Quality assurance

Education

High School diploma with engineering experience

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)

RK&K is excited to add a Project Administrator to our Construction, Engineering and Inspection (CEI) team in Central Florida. This position will work within our Construction Management group under the direction of a Senior Project Engineer or Construction Manager and will provide on-site technical management for transportation construction projects.

RK&K is one of the leading CEI firms in Florida serving transportation and tolling agencies throughout the state overseeing major transportation construction projects. The RK&K Construction Management team has served in the oversight and delivery of new alignments as well as capacity and interchange improvements which include ITS construction and Tolling infrastructure conversions and express lanes.

Essential Functions

• Manages, directs and assigns specific tasks to administrative staff, contract support specialists and inspectors.
• Directs construction engineering administration and inspection programs.
• Exercises initiative and independent judgment in the solution of work problems.
• Assists in all phases of the construction projects.
• Review and draft project correspondence, RFIs, submittals, claims, change orders, and time extension requests.
• Responsible for the progress and final estimates throughout the construction project duration.
• Performs internal quality assurance reviews between assignments to promote contract compliance and evaluate CEI staff.

Required Skills and Experience

• (2) years of engineering experience in construction of major road or bridge structures, or High School diploma with eight (8) years of responsible and related engineering experience, two (2) years of which involved construction of major road or bridge structures.
• FDOT Advanced MOT certification
• Experience having performed roadway and bridge project related duties in the State of Florida (i.e. Materials Acceptance and Certification System (MAC), EEO compliance, processing of Supplemental Agreements and/or work orders, progress and final estimates, reviewing and recommending field changes).
• Must be familiar with FDOT Specifications and procedures
• Must be willing to attend CTQP Quality Control Manager Course and pass the examination.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Master's degree in engineering may be substituted for one (1) year of engineering experience.

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
• Hybrid work (home and office)
• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid Holidays

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.

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