Project Delivery Leader - Structures

RK&K; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Matching 401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Wellness programs

Job summary

RK&K is seeking an experienced Senior Structural Engineer to join the team in Pennsylvania. The position involves leading various structural projects, focusing primarily on the Philadelphia region. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's in Civil or Structural Engineering and over 15 years of bridge design experience. Responsibilities include managing project teams, facilitating client interactions, and ensuring quality and accuracy in designs.

RK&K offers competitive compensation with benefits such as paid time off, 401(k) matching, tuition reimbursement, and more. Shape your career and impact communities with RK&K!

Qualifications

• 15+ years of bridge design experience.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Pennsylvania.
• Experience with Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT).

Responsibilities

• Lead structural design and engineering group.
• Participate in business development and marketing.
• Manage project aspects from conceptual to construction administration.
• Facilitate meetings and approvals.
• Direct project staff and sub-consultants.

Skills

Bridge design experience

Excellent communication skills

Project management

Proficient in structural engineering

Education

Bachelor's in Civil or Structural Engineering

Job description

RK&K is currently hiring an experienced leader in Structural Engineering to join our team in Pennsylvania as we are growing with a variety of new projects and opportunities across the state and reach of the firm. As a senior member of our Structures team in our King of Prussia office, you will focus on leading a variety of dynamic structural pursuits and projects as it relates to transportation, primarily focused on the Philadelphia five county region but also participating in projects across Pennsylvania and within RK&K's overall service area. You should have state experience, be highly proactive, able to develop creative technical solutions, have a strong understanding of structural operations and hands‑on experience with bridge design and field operations.

Essential Function

• Lead our structural design and engineering group in southeast Pennsylvania with development and delivery of structural assignments
• Participate in Business Development and Marketing to secure future clients and workload
• Provide Senior level structural expertise on all project aspects associated with conceptual engineering, detailed engineering designs, and preparation of contract documents for construction followed by construction administration with respect to the structural aspects of the project
• Serve as Project/Program and Contractual Manager on a variety of structure related projects
• Facilitate internal and client meetings, presentations and approval of plans
• Direct project staff and sub‑consultants
• Serve as liaison between client and firm
• Execute QA/QC for completeness and accuracy of design work
• Provide engineering judgment and initiative within the Structural Engineering field
• Hire, train, and mentor entry level and junior level structural engineers

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Fifteen (15) or more years of bridge design experience
• Excellent communication skills including proposal development
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Pennsylvania
• Experience with Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT)

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Masters degree in Structural Engineering
• Experience with PennDOT District 6‑0 and SEPTA

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
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and employee resource groups
• Career Development
• 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.

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