At RK&K, we are hiring a Technical Leader in Transportation to support existing clients and support the development of new clients and efforts in the Tennessee region. As a senior member of our Tennessee development team, you will focus on leading a variety of dynamic transportation pursuits and projects, primarily focused on project across RK&K’s overall current and new service areas.
Join our one profit center team as you perform a wide variety of transportation/highway planning and engineering tasks, including; developing/analyzing alternative solutions, overseeing talented and professional staff, and leading highway planning and/or design projects. The individual must have a clear understanding of AASHTO, and local state/municipal design criteria. Coordination with clients, consultants, government agencies, and project staff will be required.
Willing to consider candidates throughout the US. This position is available for relocation assistance. Sign on bonus also available based on candidate's experience.
Essential Functions
- Lead technical components of transportation planning and/or design projects in a dynamic, fast-paced team-oriented environment
- Mentor junior engineering and technician staff on transportation planning and/or design task
- Understand and apply Highway Design Standards, and other highway design manuals and guidelines to transportation projects
- Produce construction documents, specifications, and construction cost estimates
- Excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to work in a team environment
- Serve as Project/Program and Contractual Manager on a variety of transportation related projects
- Facilitate internal and client meetings, presentations and approval of plans
- Direct project staff and sub-consultants
- Serve as liaison between client and firm
- Participate in Business Development and Marketing to secure future clients and workload
Required Skills and Experience
- BS in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited engineering program
- Ten (10) + years of experience in civil engineering design with a focus in transportation/highway engineering
- Tennessee Professional Engineering Registration (PE) or ability to obtain within six (6) months
- Expertise in Microstation / Geopak / InRoads/ Open Roads and/or AutoCAD / Civil 3D and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Experience with DOT, state and local government agencies
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Fifteen (15) + years of experience in civil engineering design with a focus in transportation/highway engineering
- Alternative project delivery experience
Other Duties
This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under ADA). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities and duties required by the employee. Other duties are assigned as required.
What We Offer
RK&K offers excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Paid time off
- Matching 401(k) plan
- Paid Holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances
- Paid parental leave
- Wellness programs and employee resource groups
- Career Development
- Much, much more!
Why RK&K?
As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.
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Skills Required
- BS in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program
- Ten (10)+ years of civil engineering design experience with a focus in transportation/highway engineering
- Tennessee Professional Engineering (PE) registration or ability to obtain within six months
- Expertise in MicroStation, Geopak, InRoads, OpenRoads and/or AutoCAD, Civil 3D; proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Experience working with DOT, state, and local government agencies
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to work in a team environment
- Mentoring or leadership experience supervising engineering and technician staff
- Fifteen (15)+ years of civil engineering design experience with a focus in transportation/highway engineering
- Alternative project delivery experience
RK&K Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about RK&K and has not been reviewed or approved by RK&K.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with an employer match that increases with tenure is consistently emphasized, strengthening long-term savings potential. This escalating match is highlighted as a standout element of the package.
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Healthcare Strength — Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage is offered, alongside employer HSA contributions during the first three years of enrollment. Wellness resources and an Employee Assistance Program further support overall health needs.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is available, with the current benefits page indicating two weeks of fully paid leave for full-time parents. Broader family-oriented offerings are noted within the program.
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What We Do
RK&K is a full-service planning, engineering, environmental, and construction management/inspection firm.
