Technical Leader - Traffic

RK&K•King of Prussia, PA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

RK&K is seeking an experienced Technical Leader in Traffic Engineering to provide technical leadership and oversight for complex transportation projects. The role manages the technical delivery of multiple significant projects or tasks, or serves as the full-time technical lead for a major project. The Technical Leader collaborates with clients, project managers, technical managers, subconsultants, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality technical solutions, advance innovation, and develop RK&K’s technical staff. The position manages traffic engineering projects, leads the preparation of plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) packages, and serves as a primary client contact in the Northeast and across RK&K’s portfolio. It also contributes to technical proposals and estimates, mentors junior staff, and monitors project budgets, schedules, and deliverables. The work includes coordinating with other disciplines and stakeholders to support integrated transportation solutions. RK&K offers career advancement and professional growth, along with compensation commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package. The firm describes itself as a full-service engineering and construction management firm with a collaborative culture and a focus on positively impacting communities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Fifteen or more years of progressive experience in traffic engineering.
Proven track record of successful project management and client interaction.
Strong understanding of DOT standards and guidelines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
Twenty or more years of progressive experience in traffic engineering.

Responsibilities

Manage and deliver traffic engineering projects of all varieties.
Lead preparation of plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) packages, ensuring quality, accuracy, and compliance with agency standards.
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients in the Northeast and across RK&K’s portfolio.
Develop and maintain strong client relationships through regular communication and collaboration.
Lead and contribute to technical proposals, scopes, and fee estimates for traffic and transportation design opportunities.
Supervise and mentor junior engineers and technical staff, providing guidance, feedback, and support for career growth.
Monitor budgets, schedules, and deliverables to help ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
Coordinate with other disciplines and stakeholders to support integrated transportation solutions.