Project Engineer I, Alternative Delivery

Project Engineer I, Alternative Delivery

RK&K

parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)

United States, South Carolina, Columbia

1201 Main Street (Show on map)

Jun 04, 2025

RK&K is seeking a Transportation Project Engineer to support the planning, design, and delivery Transportation Projects throughout the firm. In this role, you'll work under the guidance of experienced engineers and project managers on projects of all delivery types, including Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, P3, and other Alternative Delivery Transportation projects. You'll assist in preparing roadway design plans using OpenRoads Designer (ORD) and contribute to technical reports, modeling, and plan production tasks.

This is a remote-friendly position; candidates located anywhere in the U.S. will be considered. Occasional travel may be required depending on project needs.

Essential Functions

Support the preparation of roadway plans, profiles, and 3D models using OpenRoads Designer (ORD).

Assist senior staff in the design of highways, interchanges, and other transportation infrastructure.

Contribute to the development of technical documents including design reports, cost estimates, and specifications.

Collaborate with engineers across disciplines to help deliver high-quality, cost-effective designs.

Participate in design-build and alternative delivery project tasks under the guidance of senior engineers.

Attend project meetings, site visits, and coordination calls as needed.

Stay current on VDOT and other DOT standards and help ensure compliance in all work products.

Required Skills and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.

Four (4) + years of experience in transportation engineering.

Proficiency in OpenRoads Designer (ORD) for roadway design and modeling.

EIT certification required

Interest in working on alternative delivery projects such as Design-Build or P3.

Strong written and verbal communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Preferred Skills and Experience

PE license in Virginia or the ability to obtain within 6 months

Experience supporting design-build or fast-paced project delivery environments.

Familiarity with applicable state DOT processes.

Exposure to working with contractors or in multi-firm project delivery teams.

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

Hybrid work (home and office)

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances

Paid parental leave

Wellness programs and employee resource groups

Career Development

Matching 401(k) plan

Paid Holidays

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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