Engineer - Construction

RK&K is hiring an Engineer to our Construction Management team in Tampa or Lakeland, Florida. This position will work within our Construction Management group under the direction of an RK&K Senior Project Engineer on an active $270M roadway reconstruction project in Polk and Pasco Counties.

• Assist with on-site inspection of construction activities to verify compliance with contract documents, drawings, specifications, and safety requirements.
• Document daily construction activities, quantities, and conditions in inspection reports.

• Maintain organized project records, including submittals, RFIs, correspondence, meeting minutes, and change order logs.
• Support preparation of status reports, schedules, and cost tracking updates.

• Participate in project meetings with contractors, engineers, and agency representatives.
• Communicate observations and issues clearly to senior staff for resolution.

• Review construction plans, specifications, and CPM schedules with guidance from the Senior Project Engineer.
• Support quality assurance/quality control for work in place, including material verification/testing, testing coordination with others, and field measurements.

• Monitor site conditions for adherence to safety protocols.
• Report on any unsafe practices or conditions to supervisory staff immediately.

• Shadow senior engineers, inspectors, and construction managers to gain exposure to construction management practices.
• Proactively seek opportunities to expand technical knowledge of construction methods, codes, and standards.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• Position requires an EI certification or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire

• Prior construction internship experience

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

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.