Construction Project Engineer

RK&K • Moultrie, GA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

RK&K is currently hiring an experienced Project Engineer with experience in Heavy Civil/Highway construction project administration and management to join our team in South Georgia. As a Project Engineer at RK&K you will manage complex bridge, urban, or interstate reconstruction projects and strengthen our CEI teams in South Georgia. Must have experience leading construction management teams of inspectors and administrative staff on GDOT projects.

Requirements

• Ten (10) + years of experience in roadway and structures construction
• Five (5) + years of experience managing construction projects in Georgia
• Advanced working knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering and construction methods, materials, and equipment
• Working knowledge of GDOT manuals, policies, and procedures, include the Construction Manual
• Ability to understand, explain, and administer contracts; and interpret construction plans, provisions, standards, and specifications
• Ability to train, coordinate, and supervise inspection technicians in the field
• Understanding of QA/QC development and execution process
• Travel between job sites is expected, clean driving record

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer or Certified Construction Manager
• Bachelors in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• GDOT Worksite Erosion Control Supervisor (WECS)
• GDOT Field Concrete Technician Certification.
• GSWCC Level 1A
• Previous experience with GDOT, especially as Project Engineer
• Previous experience with GDOT Districts 1 and 2

Responsibilities

• Management and administration of heavy civil, highway and structures projects including leading teams of Junior Project Engineers, Office Managers, Senior Inspectors, Inspectors, CPM Reviewers, and administrative staff on projects
• Review of monthly estimates, final estimates, change orders/supplemental agreements, and claims
• Facilitating preconstruction meetings, progress meetings, and pre-activity meetings
• Responding to questions which may arise in the field during construction and working to determine the appropriate solution
• Visiting construction sites to monitor project progress and adherence to plans and specifications
• Managing project inspection staff and ensuring their training and equipment needs are met
• Participating in plan reviews, project scoping meetings, and staffing projections
• Interacting with clients and participating in project interviews, when necessary
• Miscellaneous support activities, as necessary
• Must possess high integrity and ethics in all aspects of dealing with clients, subconsultants, and peers

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree