Project Engineer III

Overview

RK&K’s Colorado Design group is growing! We are hiring a Senior Water Resources Engineer to join our team in our Lakewood, Colorado office. As a Senior Water Resources Engineer, you will utilize and advance your skills in Green Infrastructure, Stormwater Management, Erosion and Sediment Control, Hydrology & Hydraulics Design, Watershed Studies, and Environmental Restoration and Stabilization. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to lead, manage, and deliver complex projects across RK&K’s footprint, assist in the advancement into an identified growth market, and grow into a Discipline Team leadership position.

• Operate as a subject matter expert in water resources design and analysis
• Develop, evaluate, and design stormwater management facilities to support public works infrastructure projects across RK&K’s vast portfolio
• Perform stormwater and drainage system analysis and modeling
• Floodplain analysis, bridge hydraulics, and scour countermeasure design
• Proactively deliver a wide range of water resource projects including storm water systems, drainage design, flood studies, watershed plans, erosion/sediment control, scour analysis and other related project
• Provide excellent client services with a focus on quality and timeliness
• Meet and work directly with clients and other design team members including project manager, project engineers, design technicians, drafters, surveyors, contractors, inspectors, public agency officials, and clients
• Provide office and site visit support for projects in construction
• Prepare permit applications for oversight agencies to address the full range of environmental issues and conditions associated with water resources projects
• Develop project scope, schedule and budgets, lead projects, and manage subcontractors
• Prepare construction plans, specifications, design reports, technical memoranda, and miscellaneous contract documents
• Work with other disciplines on creative solutions to design challenges

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field
• Eight (8) years of experience in Civil Water Resources or Transportation Engineering
• Experience with CDOT, MHFD, and/or local Colorado county/municipality projects
• Experience with Micro Station, AutoCAD, and GIS
• Familiarity with SWMM, HEC-RAS, HY-8, TR-55, TR-20, or other related software
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Experience with Open Roads Designer
• Experience also in Texas (TxDOT and/or other county/municipalities)

This 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.

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)
• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and employee resource groups
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid Holidays

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.

Salary range: $112,500-$132,000. Final compensation is based on experience, skills, and qualifications.

RK&K is an Equal Opportunity Employer. RK&K ensures equal employment opportunity in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities, you may contact Human Resources at . Persons with hearing- and speech-impairments can contact RK&K by using the Virginia Relay Service, Call 711 for TTY/TDD or visit the website elay.org.

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