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Resident Engineer, Transportation

Construction Services • Georgetown; Wilmington; Dover

Join Our Team

RK&K is seeking a dedicated and strong Project Resident Engineer to support complex highway/bridge construction projects for the Department of Transportation in Delaware. The ideal Resident Engineer will have at least fifteen years of construction inspection experience including roadway and structure construction methods, materials, standards and specifications.  Come join our thriving Construction Management & Inspection team.

 

Essential Function

  • Provide construction management, supervision, and leadership for an inspection staff on a large or complex highway construction project
  • Fully engage in solving problems to provide technical evaluation and sound solutions while independently coordinating and directing all phases of construction inspection on complex highway projects
  • Oversight of project record-keeping, scheduling and DOT reporting as required
  • Ability to conduct scheduled project progress meetings for the client as required
  • Ability to communicate effectively across different platforms with project staff, DelDOT personnel, stakeholders, contractors, and the general public
  • Working knowledge of Oracle and Microsoft Office products 

Required Skills and Experience

  • Ten (10) to fifteen (15) years (DelDOT preferred) highway infrastructure inspection experience for construction methods, materials, standards, and specifications
  • Previous construction project management experience
  • Understanding of QA/QC development and execution process
  • Knowledge of construction materials, standards, and specifications related to DOT highway infrastructure projects and facilities 
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Application of mathematical formulas and engineering principles
  • Basic computer knowledge and familiarity with Microsoft Office products
  • Valid driver’s license and favorable driving record
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

 

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
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Health , dental , vision , life and disability insurances
  • 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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Rummel, Klepper and Kahl, LLP ensures nondiscrimination for employment in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact our Human Resources office at (410) 728-2900 for further assistance.

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