RK&K
Technical Manager
RK&K, Fairfax, Virginia, United States, 22032
At RK&K, we are hiring a Technical Manager with the vision, experience and drive to lead the technical aspects of our Highways Design projects in the Fairfax, VA area. As a Technical Manager at RK&K, you will partner with our expert engineers, planners, designers, and support staff to deliver world class engineering solutions to State, Federal and Municipal customers. This position will include the oversight and leadership support of a team of dynamic transportation designers.
At RK&K we recognize that the delivery of quality designs and our responsiveness to our clients and staff takes a dedicated team that can handle both the technical and administrative aspects of every project. As a result, we offer divergent but equal career paths for both traditional project management and technical project management. Our technical managers are primarily responsible for the technical design aspects of our projects. Working alongside our project managers, our technical managers work with design engineers to produce innovative, complete designs of the highest quality. These technical leaders have a thorough understanding of National and State-Level design standards and have a passion for mentoring design staff.
Essential FunctionsLead and contribute design expertise on transportation planning and design projects in a dynamic, fast-paced team-oriented environmentReview and certify engineering documents to meet quality control goals and standards of careLead and mentor engineering and technician staff on transportation planning and/or design tasksIncorporate the latest technology and innovation into projectsEngage in the quality control process for deliverablesInterface with clients and/or teaming partners' technical managersProduce construction documents, specifications, and construction cost estimatesUnderstand AASHTO and FHWA Design Standards and other design manuals and guidelines including VDOT Plan Development Process
Required Skills and ExperienceEight (8) years or more of experience in transportation/roadway engineering supporting Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and/or local municipalitiesBachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited engineering programEagerness and passion for leading complex and routine highway design projects and creating lasting technical solutionsExpertise in Microstation / Geopak / InRoads/ Open Roads and/or AutoCAD / Civil 3D and proficiency in Microsoft Word and ExcelWillingness to teach and mentor design staff on the technical aspects of roadway design projectsVirginia Professional Engineering Registration (PE) or the ability to obtain one within six (6) months
Preferred Skills and ExperienceVirginia Department of Transportation or local county/city agency experienceAlternative project delivery experience is a plus
Other DutiesThis job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under ADA) expected. 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 OfferRK&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 offHybrid work (home and office)Tuition reimbursementHealth, dental, vision, life and disability insurancesPaid parental leaveWellness programs and employee resource groupsCareer DevelopmentMatching 401(k) planPaid HolidaysMuch 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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At RK&K we recognize that the delivery of quality designs and our responsiveness to our clients and staff takes a dedicated team that can handle both the technical and administrative aspects of every project. As a result, we offer divergent but equal career paths for both traditional project management and technical project management. Our technical managers are primarily responsible for the technical design aspects of our projects. Working alongside our project managers, our technical managers work with design engineers to produce innovative, complete designs of the highest quality. These technical leaders have a thorough understanding of National and State-Level design standards and have a passion for mentoring design staff.
Essential FunctionsLead and contribute design expertise on transportation planning and design projects in a dynamic, fast-paced team-oriented environmentReview and certify engineering documents to meet quality control goals and standards of careLead and mentor engineering and technician staff on transportation planning and/or design tasksIncorporate the latest technology and innovation into projectsEngage in the quality control process for deliverablesInterface with clients and/or teaming partners' technical managersProduce construction documents, specifications, and construction cost estimatesUnderstand AASHTO and FHWA Design Standards and other design manuals and guidelines including VDOT Plan Development Process
Required Skills and ExperienceEight (8) years or more of experience in transportation/roadway engineering supporting Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and/or local municipalitiesBachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited engineering programEagerness and passion for leading complex and routine highway design projects and creating lasting technical solutionsExpertise in Microstation / Geopak / InRoads/ Open Roads and/or AutoCAD / Civil 3D and proficiency in Microsoft Word and ExcelWillingness to teach and mentor design staff on the technical aspects of roadway design projectsVirginia Professional Engineering Registration (PE) or the ability to obtain one within six (6) months
Preferred Skills and ExperienceVirginia Department of Transportation or local county/city agency experienceAlternative project delivery experience is a plus
Other DutiesThis job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under ADA) expected. 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 OfferRK&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 offHybrid work (home and office)Tuition reimbursementHealth, dental, vision, life and disability insurancesPaid parental leaveWellness programs and employee resource groupsCareer DevelopmentMatching 401(k) planPaid HolidaysMuch 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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