Assistant Resident Engineer

RK&KGreensboro, NC
Hybrid

About The Position

RK&K is seeking a dedicated Assistant Resident Engineer to support and manage NCDOT construction projects in Boone, NC. As an Assistant Resident Engineer, you will use your expertise in roadway/bridge construction, project management, and quality control (QA/QC) in support of complex highway and bridge construction projects.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management or related from an ABET accredited University
  • Minimum of three (3) years of progressive experience in similar roles
  • Experience reading and interpreting highway and bridge construction plans and contracts
  • Experience managing and/or training teams of technicians or inspectors
  • Contract Administration and/or Project Management experience on highway construction projects
  • Must have experience in MS Office / Office 365 and the ability to use mobile technology
  • Extensive knowledge of general concepts, practices, theories used in construction, construction inspection and surveying

Nice To Haves

  • Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.)
  • Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or Certified Associate Construction Manager (CACM)
  • Experience managing NCDOT Projects

Responsibilities

  • Directly supervise and provide engineering-level support for transportation technicians and inspectors
  • Provide prompt, professional public relations responses to various inquiries from the public, NCDOT officials, and other government agencies
  • Conduct daily coordination with contractors, NCDOT and project staff
  • Make critical field engineering decisions
  • Conduct environmental reviews and manage erosion control efforts
  • Perform contract administration and project management activities such as estimates, claims and change orders, supplemental agreements, monthly construction meetings, environmental compliance etc
  • Monitor and resolve maintenance of traffic (MOT) issues as they occur
  • Coordinate utility relocations
  • Manage transportation technician teams as needed
  • Participate in progress meetings and provide regular updates to the resident engineer and project stakeholders
  • Ensure all work is completed in accordance with safety regulations, plans and specifications

Benefits

  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
  • Matching 401(k) plan
  • Paid Holidays
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