Project Delivery Leader, Highways

RK&K; Memphis (TN); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking engineering firm as a Project Delivery Leader in Transportation, where you will lead diverse transportation projects and mentor junior staff. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on communities through innovative solutions while working in a collaborative environment. With a focus on highway planning and design, you will utilize your extensive experience in civil engineering to oversee projects and ensure compliance with standards. Enjoy excellent career advancement opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package in a company that values trust and collaboration.

Benefits

Paid time off

Matching 401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

Paid parental leave

Wellness programs

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years of civil engineering design experience focusing on transportation/highway engineering.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license or ability to obtain within six months.

Responsibilities

• Lead transportation planning and design projects in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
• Mentor junior engineering and technician staff on transportation planning and design tasks.

Skills

Civil Engineering Design

Transportation Engineering

Project Management

Microstation

AutoCAD

Geopak

InRoads

Open Roads

Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microstation

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Job description

At RK&K, we are hiring a Project Delivery Leader in Transportation to support existing clients and develop new business firm-wide. As a senior member of our firmwide development team, you will lead various structural pursuits and projects related to transportation, primarily across RK&K's current and new service areas. Join our team and perform a wide range of transportation/highway planning and engineering tasks, including developing and analyzing alternative solutions, overseeing talented staff, and leading highway planning and/or design projects. The candidate must have a clear understanding of AASHTO standards and local state/municipal design criteria. Coordination with clients, consultants, government agencies, and project staff is required.

This role can be remote with required travel to project locations as needed.

Essential Functions

• Lead transportation planning and/or design projects in a dynamic, fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Mentor junior engineering and technician staff on transportation planning and design tasks.
• Understand and apply Highway Design Standards and other relevant guidelines to transportation projects.
• Produce construction documents, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Communicate effectively in both written and oral formats; work well in a team environment.
• Serve as Project/Program and Contractual Manager on transportation projects.
• Facilitate meetings, presentations, and plan approvals with internal teams and clients.
• Direct project staff and sub-consultants.
• Act as liaison between the client and the firm.
• Participate in business development and marketing efforts to secure future work.

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• 10+ years of civil engineering design experience focusing on transportation/highway engineering.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license or ability to obtain within six months.
• Proficiency in Microstation, Geopak, InRoads, Open Roads, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with federal, state, and local government projects.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience with alternative project delivery methods.
• Experience working across multiple states.

Other Duties

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work, knowledge, skills, and abilities required. It is not exhaustive, and other duties may be assigned as needed.

What We Offer

RK&K offers excellent career advancement and professional growth opportunities, along with a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid time off
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and employee resource groups
• Career development opportunities
• And much more!

Why RK&K?

As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K provides the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on communities. Our award-winning culture fosters collaboration and trust, and we deliver innovative solutions designed for success. With over 100 years of experience, RK&K is a trusted partner, employer, and community steward.

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