Project Engineer

Water Denver, Colorado
Salary: USD 65000 - 85000 Annually


Description

RK Company Overview  
As a second-generation, family-owned enterprise, RK Industries, LLC (RK) offers a diverse range of construction, manufacturing, advanced fabrication and building services. Led by Rick and Jon Kinning, RK represents seven distinct lines of business that work together to provide seamless project collaboration. Our exclusive building methodologies, accredited safety standards and professional execution allow us to turn our customers’ greatest concepts into reality.

Position and Responsibilities Overview
 
  • Work as a team with assigned Project Manager or Senior Project Manager
  • Assist with and/or perform responsibilities and tasks as delegated by the assigned Project Manager
  • Manage contractual agreements/purchase orders with owners, contractors, subcontractors, material suppliers.
  • Understand and comply with all safety processes and procedures.
  • Learn and become proficient user of Viewpoint/Vista project management software.
  • Participate in water treatment and testing processes and procedures.
  • Review water test results and analyze.
  • Update RK Water compliance logs weekly and monthly
  • Participate in Monthly DMR reporting as needed
  • Inform customers and permit holders of test results and compliance status
  • Ensure daily project documentation is completed and up to date, including timecards, daily reports, additional work authorizations, receiving documents, as-built drawings, and more.
  • Coordinate timely job procurement through buy-out on materials and equipment, in conjunction with the superintendent and purchasing department.
  • Develop change order pricing as necessary.
  • Buy-out, negotiate and issue all lower-tier subcontract(s), with emphasis on complete scopes in compliance with the contract documents and within the established budget.
  • Responsible for proper/timely processing of shop drawings, product submittals, operation and maintenance manuals, and recording all as-built drawings.
  • Review and monitor labor costs, hours, and projections with project team.
  • Responsible for initiating, overseeing, and verifying monthly project billings and maintaining an overbilled project status.
  • Ensure that change orders requests are processed in accordance with proper procedures, and that the project team has information required for implementation.
  • Ensure change orders are processed on time and are properly documented.
  • Coordinate and track material take-offs, pricing, procurement and release of materials.
  • Provide assistance for project projections for estimated costs required for completion of project.
  • Responsible for job closeout being performed in proper and efficient manner and keeping the project team informed of closeout status.
  • Optimize the profitability of the company by demonstrating the ability of a decision maker with reliable and mature judgment.
Qualifications  
Career Level: Project Engineer 1
  • Direct and Indirect supervision.
  • Competent in all conventional aspects of subject matter or functional area.
  • Plans and conducts work requiring judgment in independent evaluation, selection and substantial adaptation/modification of standards.  
  • Independently performs most assignments with instruction
  • Receives guidance for difficult problems and supervisor reviews for quality of work    
  • 0-1 years of experience in a related position.
  • College/university graduate or equivalent combination of skills and experience generally expected for specified technical roles.
 
Career Level: Project Engineer 2
 
  • More Indirect supervision.
  • Fully competent in all conventional aspects of subject matter or functional area.
  • Plans and conducts work requiring judgment in independent evaluation, selection and substantial adaptation/modification of standards.  
  • Devises new solutions to problems encountered.
  • Independently performs most assignments with minor instruction
  • 1-2 years of experience in a related position.
  • College/university graduate or equivalent combination of skills and experience generally expected for specified technical roles. 
 
Career Level: Project Engineer 3
  • Mostly Indirect supervision.
  • Highly skilled and fully competent in all conventional aspects of subject matter or functional area.
  • Plans and conducts work requiring judgment in independent evaluation, selection and substantial adaptation/modification of standards.  
  • Devises new solutions to difficult problems encountered.
  • Independently performs most assignments with little instruction
  • 3-5 years of experience in a related position.
  • College/university graduate or equivalent combination of skills and experience generally expected for specified technical roles. 
 
Company Benefits  
  • Comprehensive medical plans with HSA and FSA options for you and your family. 
  • Generous 401(k) plan with immediate company match – 100% vested. 
  • Dental and vision insurance for your well-being. 
  • Short-term and long-term disability plans available after one year. 
  • Company provided life insurance and AD&D with options for supplemental buy-ups. 
  • Enjoy paid time off and holidays. 
  • Get paid weekly for your convenience. 
In-house Programs 
  • Elevate your skills with career development training at RK University. 
  • Unlock discounts on essential products and services like phones, internet and work apparel. 
  • Participate in fun company and team-building events. 
  • Make a difference with volunteering opportunities. 
 Partnership Programs 
  • Access confidential counseling for personal issues and financial advice. 
  • Enjoy exclusive discounts on entertainment, including amusement park tickets and restaurant specials. 
Safety is Our Top Priority  
  • Comply with all company policies and procedures. 
  • All employees are accountable for safety and health and are empowered to stop work if an unsafe condition is present. Employees should immediately notify their supervisor so that the hazard may be corrected. 
  • RK Mechanical employees and subcontractors are required to implement and maintain all safety and health systems practices including the training requirements of RK Mechanical Orientation, shop specific orientation, CPR/First Aid/AED/Bloodborne Pathogens, Hazard Identification and Reporting, and OSHA 10. 
Minimum Physical Requirements  
  • Work outside, inside, and in dusty, noisy and hazardous areas. 
  • Work in high places, tight places, confined spaces and/or other adverse locations. 
  • Climb, balance, squat, kneel and crouch. 
  • Work in all types of weather. 
  • Must have working knowledge of all trade materials and tools. 
  • Ability to lift and carry 51 to 75 lbs. occasionally, and/or 31 to 45 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 16 to 22 pounds of force constantly to move objects. 
Why RK is a Great Place to Work  
At RK, we take immense pride in our diverse business units, each specializing in delivering exceptional projects, products and services to our customers. What sets us apart is our unique ability to integrate these services, providing comprehensive solutions and offering our employees ample opportunities for growth and learning across different businesses. 
  • RK Mechanical: commercial and industrial plumbing, mechanical, process and HVAC contracting. 
  • RK Steel: custom fabrication and manufacturing of structural steel and miscellaneous metals for various industries. 
  • RK Electrical: commercial and industrial electrical contracting and service. 
  • RK Water: groundwater dewatering and remediation, facilities water treatment and custom fabrication. 
  • RK Service: commercial and industrial building and maintenance services. 
  • RK Energy: custom fabrication for various industries requiring ASME and modular skidded solutions. 
  • RK Mission Critical: design and manufacturing for off-site constructed modular solutions. 
Our commitment to excellence has been recognized with numerous awards for our outstanding performance and contributions, including high rankings in various categories from the Denver Business Journal and ABC’s Top Performers by Market, illustrating our broad expertise. We’ve been consistently recognized as a top private company and a leading employer by ColoradoBiz Magazine, and we're proud of our long-standing position as number one in the Top 50 Family-Owned Companies since 2011.  
Our strong commitment to safety, wellness and employee development has earned us prestigious accolades:  
  • ABC Step Awards 
  • ACCA Award Member 
  • AGC Safety Utah 
  • American Heart Association Fit-Friendly Worksite Award 
  • Wellness Workdays and Harvard Medical School Best Wellness Employer Certification 
  • Colorado Workforce Development Council Excellence in Apprenticeship Award 
  • Business Experiential Learning Commission Colorado Apprentice Award 
In addition to our engagement with the community, we have been acknowledged in:  
  • Denver Business Journal Corporate Philanthropy rankings 
  • Named among The Civic 50 Colorado as one of the most community-minded companies 
Each of our business units has its own impressive list of awards and recognitions, such as:  
  • Engineering News Record Top 20 Firms in Steel Erection 
  • ABC Excellence in Construction Awards 
  • AGC Awards for Construction Excellence 
  • Xcel Energy Top Trade Partner in Energy Efficiency 
  • USGBC LEED Program Member 
  • IECRM Annual Summit Awards 
  • MFG Magazine Colorado Manufacturing Awards 
We also adhere to rigorous quality standards and accreditations, including:  
  • ISO 9001:2015 
  • ISO 14001:2015 
  • ISO 45001:2018 
  • AISC certifications 
As a new member of our team, you’ll be joining a company that’s not just award-winning but is also consistently striving to exceed expectations and deliver excellence in all we do. Become an essential part of our thriving and dynamic team, where your contributions will drive our continued success.  

RK Industries, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law