Traffic Project Engineer

RK&K is seeking a highly motivated Traffic Engineer with 7 to 10 years of experience, including extensive knowledge of work zone traffic control. RK&K has the unique position of providing high profile services through many traffic engineering open end contracts for various clients. As a result, there is increasing demand for traffic engineers with work zone traffic control experience due to enhanced focus on safety in work zones, implementation of Federal and State mandates, and a desire to implement technology to improve work zone operations. As a Traffic Engineer for RK&K, you will work alongside and collaborate with a vibrant and talented professional team while working with state of the art software and platforms to complete critical programs and deliver meaningful projects.

Essential Function

You will perform traffic engineering research to identify and analyze work zone traffic control methodologies, principals, products, and applications

Create work zone policies, guidelines, and engineering standards to improve work zone design, implementation, and operations to enhance safety and efficiency

Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to evaluate the effectiveness of existing work zone standards and traffic control plans to identify areas for improvement

Review and develop maintenance of traffic plans for major projects that includes consideration for workers, vehicles, and vulnerable road users

Planning, design, and implementation of ITS work zone applications to implement technology to provide better traveler information to motorists concerning work zones

Assist with Speed Safety Camera programs for work zones including program management, implementation, assessment of program effectiveness, quality assurance and vendor coordination

Ability to visit construction sites, perform physical investigation of work zone setups and field conditions, and monitor speed safety camera installations in the field

Required Skills and Experience

Minimum bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related

P.E. license

Seven (7) - Ten (10) years of experience in traffic engineering, particularly work zones

Good writing, verbal communication and presentation skills including public speaking

Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities, with the ability to use data and research to inform decision making

Strong knowledge of work zone traffic control strategies, safety strategies, the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and other relevant standards and regulations

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with project management and coordination

Familiarity with state and local traffic engineering standards

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... For full info follow application link.

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