Project Engineer III, Transportation

RK&K; Tallahassee (FL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Hybrid work (home and office)

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances

Matching 401(k) plan

Paid Holiday

Job summary

RK&K is seeking Roadway Project Engineers of all levels to join our central Florida offices. The role involves working on roadway designs, including alignments and cost estimates, primarily for the Florida Department of Transportation.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, a minimum of four years' experience, and a Florida P.E. license. RK&K offers competitive salaries and job benefits, including paid time off and a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum four (4) years of experience in roadway design.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Florida is required.
• Experience with FDOT Standard Plans and Florida Design Manual.

Responsibilities

• Design and analysis of horizontal and vertical alignments.
• Prepare roadway plan set components including plan, profile, and cross-section.
• Calculate quantities and prepare construction cost estimates.

Skills

Roadway design

Project development

Environmental studies

Client coordination

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

FDOT Connect/Open Roads Designer (ORD)

Job description

RK&K is hiring Roadway Project Engineers of all levels to join our successful and growing central Florida offices. This position can be located anywhere in Florida, preferably within 30 miles of one of RK&K's existing offices.

As a Project Engineer with RK&K, your responsibilities will include working with a team of engineers on the design of assigned projects. Projects will include, but not be limited to roadway widenings, resurfacings, and project development & environmental (PD&E) studies. Clients include the Florida Department of Transportation and several municipalities.

Essential Functions

• Design and analysis of horizontal and vertical alignments
• Prepare roadway plan set components including plan, profile, cross section, and detail sheets
• Prepare specifications packages
• Calculate quantities and prepare construction cost estimates
• Prepare design documentation
• Work with other disciplines on creative solutions to design challenges
• Coordinate with clients and sub-consultants

Required Experience

• Minimum four (4) years of experience in roadway design
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Florida
• Experience with Roadway Design on Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and local municipalities
• Experience with FDOT Connect/Open Roads Designer (ORD)
• Working knowledge of FDOT Standard Plans, FDOT Drainage Manual and Florida Design Manual

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Eight (8) years of experience in roadway design

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
• Hybrid work (home and office)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid Holiday
• Much Much more!