Civil Engineering Value Specialist

2 weeks ago


Reston, Virginia, United States RK&K Full time

Job Summary

RK&K is seeking a highly skilled Civil Engineering Value Specialist to lead our Value Engineering (VE) Studies on a firmwide scale. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for spearheading VE Studies to identify opportunities for cost savings and performance enhancements in civil engineering projects, particularly transportation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead value engineering studies to pinpoint opportunities for cost savings and performance enhancements in civil engineering projects, particularly transportation
  • Collaborate closely with project teams to analyze project requirements, specifications, and constraints
  • Assess proposed design alterations and gauge their potential impacts on project cost, schedule, and quality
  • Develop comprehensive cost-benefit analyses and feasibility studies to bolster value engineering recommendations
  • Prepare articulate reports, presentations, and documentation to effectively communicate findings and recommendations to clients and project stakeholders
  • Engage proactively with project managers, engineers, architects, and other stakeholders to implement value engineering solutions
  • Monitor project progress diligently and evaluate the efficacy of value engineering initiatives throughout the project lifecycle
  • Stay informed of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies relevant to value engineering and civil engineering
  • Provide training and mentorship to junior staff members
  • Cultivate new client opportunities for VE studies and assess projects outside the VE process for Value Propositions

Requirements

  • Five (5)+ years of experience in value engineering studies and cost management
  • Certified Value Specialist (CVS) certification from the Society of American Value Engineers (SAVE International)
  • Previous experience in developing VE Reports for diverse clients
  • Strong analytical prowess and the ability to think critically and creatively
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills, capable of conveying technical information to diverse audiences
  • Proficiency in value engineering techniques, including function analysis, cost modeling, and risk analysis
  • Familiarity with relevant software tools and technologies used in civil engineering and value engineering
  • Demonstrated success in implementing value engineering initiatives and achieving cost savings on projects
  • Ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
  • High School diploma

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
  • Background in Engineering or Construction Management
  • Experience in Transportation Value Engineering

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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