Project Administrator

Rk; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Hybrid work

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid holidays

Job summary

RK&K is looking to hire a Project Administrator in Tampa, FL, to manage technical aspects of transportation construction projects. The role will involve directing administrative tasks, overseeing project correspondence, and ensuring compliance with standards.

Applicants should have relevant engineering experience and certifications. RK&K offers career advancement opportunities and a competitive benefits package including paid time off, hybrid work, and insurance plans.

Qualifications

• 2 years of engineering experience or 8 years with relevant experience.
• FDOT Advanced MOT certification required.
• Familiar with FDOT specifications and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage and assign tasks to staff and inspectors.
• Direct construction engineering administration.
• Assist in all phases of construction projects.

Skills

Construction engineering

Project management

FDOT specifications

Quality assurance

Roadway project duties

Education

High School diploma

Master's degree in engineering

Job description

RK&K is excited to add a Project Administrator to our Construction, Engineering and Inspection (CEI) team in Tampa FL. 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.

RK&K is an Equal Opportunity Employer

RK&K ensures equal employment opportunity in accordance with Title VII 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 at www.varelay.org.

If you need more information or special assistance regarding limited English proficiency, contact your RK&K office receptionist and they will be able to direct you to: 1) an individual within 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.