Project Engineer, Environmental Water Resources

RK&K is currently hiring a Water Resources Project Engineer to join our team in the Virginia Beach area. As a Project Engineer you will utilize and advance your skills in design, modeling, green infrastructure, flooding/drainage, stormwater management, hydrology & hydraulics design and modeling, and environmental stabilization/restoration in the coastal plain.

What you'll do:

• Evaluate and design stormwater management facilities for municipal clients to assist with planning and building flood resilient communities
• Perform conveyance system analysis and modeling for stormwater infrastructure.
• Flood analysis using programs such as HEC-RAS, PCSWMM, or MIKE
• Coastal storm analysis and evaluate different coastal structures necessary to protect communities
• Proactively deliver a wide range of water resource projects including river and stream remediation, shoreline stabilization including living shorelines, stream crossings, scour analysis, storm water systems, flood studies, watershed plans, and erosion/sediment control, in accordance with the scope, schedule, and budget set by the project manager.
• Provide excellent client services with a focus on quality and timeliness
• Meet and work directly with other design team members including project manager, project engineers, design technicians, drafters, surveyors, contractors, inspectors, public agency officials, and clients.
• Develop civil engineering plans using AutoDesk Civil3D, MicroStation, GeoPak and GIS while applying knowledge of local, state, and federal design standards
• Provide office and site visit support for projects in construction
• Detail project analysis and prepare permit applications for oversight agencies to address the full range of environmental issues and conditions associated with water resources projects

Required Skills and Experience

• 4+ years' experience in Water Resources Engineering/Design
• Excellent Communication skills and attention to details with a team-work attitude is a must
• Experience with preparation of construction plans and specifications
• Modeling analysis utilizing PCSWMM or HEC-RAS software
• Experience with MicroStation and/or AutoCAD, and GIS
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
• Required Education and Certifications
• Bachelors Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (or similar)

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with VDOT, County and municipality projects

Other Duties

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.

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
• Hybrid work (home and office)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and employee resource groups
• Career Development
• 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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