Senior Project Delivery Leader

RK&K is seeking an experienced Sr. Project Delivery Leader to establish, grow, and provide senior technical oversight for our utilities and transportation planning practice. You will partner with our expert planners, engineers, designers, and support staff to deliver world-class project solutions to state, federal and local government customers.

Essential Functions

You will guide the planning, environmental compliance, design, and execution of utility and transportation projects; develop a highperformance team through structured training, mentoring, and targeted recruitment; and play a significant role in strengthening RK&K's presence in the utility and transportation markets.

Team Development, Mentorship & Staffing

• Lead and contribute expertise on utility and transportation planning / design projects in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
• Develop and expand a group aligned with workload forecasts, technical capabilities, and strategic growth objectives.
• Advise and support teams in the preparation of environmental compliance, planning, and permitting documents.
• Lead targeted recruitment efforts to build technical depth and diversify capabilities within the team.

Project Delivery & Coordination

• Direct multidisciplinary project teams and subconsultants.
• Manage project scopes, schedules, and budgets with a strong focus on technical risk management, schedule-critical utility relocations, and interface with transportation, utility and other and infrastructure projects.
• Prepare and lead technical presentations, coordination meetings, design reviews, and owner approval processes.
• Support complex interface projects involving utility and transportation corridors, municipal infrastructure, and thirdparty jointuse requests.

Business Development & Marketing

• Lead strategic business development efforts aimed at growing RK&K's utility and transportation portfolio.
• Establish and maintain credibility and trustedadvisor relationships.
• Lead technical content development for environmental planning and permitting, proposals, work plans, project scopes, labor hour estimates, and project execution strategies.
• Participate in industry organizations and conferences to strengthen RK&K's technical presence.

Required Skills and Experience

• 15 years of experience in a leadership role
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Environmental Planning, Environmental Science, Transportation Planning or related field
• Experience mentoring and managing technical staff

What We Offer

RK&K offers excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. We provide competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits program including:

• Paid time off
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Student Loan Retirement Match Program
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and employee resource groups
• Career Development
• Much, much more!

Why RK&K?

As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K provides the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture built on collaboration, trust, and innovation for over 100 years. Our teams deliver concepts, processes, and outcomes designed for long-term success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.

Design your career at RK&K. Apply today.