Senior Project Engineer, Highway Engineering

3 weeks ago


Richmond, Virginia, United States RK&K Full time

RK&K is seeking a highly skilled Senior Project Engineer to join our dynamic highway design team in Richmond, VA. As a Senior Project Engineer at RK&K, you will utilize your knowledge and expertise as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) to plan, design, and lead transportation projects for VDOT and other public and private sector customers. Your responsibilities will include mentoring junior engineers, providing task leadership, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative and cost-effective solutions for complex transportation projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and contribute to the design, analysis, and development of highway and roadway projects, ensuring compliance with relevant codes, standards, and regulations.
  • Utilize industry-standard programs such as MicroStation, InRoads, OpenRoad Designer, and Civil 3D to create detailed highway design plans, alignments, profiles, cross-sections, and other required documentation.
  • Collaborate with engineers, designers, and project managers to develop safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible designs for various types of roads and highways.
  • Participate in the preparation of technical reports, feasibility studies, and design calculations to support project proposals and submissions.
  • Lead the coordination and communication with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to ensure project requirements are met and approvals are obtained.
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and designers, fostering their professional growth and development.
  • Perform quality control reviews of design documents to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project objectives.
  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and advancements in highway design to enhance the team's capabilities and project outcomes.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an accredited institution.
  • Current Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in civil engineering or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
  • A minimum of seven (7) years of experience in highway and roadway design, with a significant focus on DOT projects.
  • Proficiency in one or more of the following: MicroStation, InRoads, OpenRoad Designer, Civil 3D, and other relevant design software.
  • Strong understanding of highway design standards, regulations, and guidelines, including MUTCD, VDOT, and AASHTO.
  • Proven experience leading tasks for complex transportation projects and working collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively liaise with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders.
  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to delivering high-quality design documents.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
  • Leadership skills and the ability to mentor and guide junior team members.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Masters degree in Civil Engineering.
  • Planning and schematics experience.

About RK&K:

RK&K is a full-service engineering and construction management firm that gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. Our award-winning culture has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. We deliver concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success, and we are committed to being a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.



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