What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Engineer Intern- Summer 2025 position at R.K.Industries?
Description
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
- Assist with and / or perform the following as delegated by the assigned Project Manager :
- Manage contractual agreements with owners, contractors, subcontractors, material suppliers, field staff, and within RK's management system.
- Ensure daily corporate documentation is completed and up to date, including time cards, daily reports, additional work authorizations, receiving documents, as-built drawings, etc.
- Negotiate terms, conditions, and scope of work for contractual agreements issued to RK in accordance with corporate policies and procedures, and estimate bid proposal.
- Prepare and distribute initial project budget.
- Coordinate and attend RK in-house pre-construction meetings.
- Ensure permits and / or licenses are obtained and current for project.
- Coordinate timely completion and thorough buy-out procedures on materials and equipment, in conjunction with the superintendent and purchasing department, with emphasis on maintaining all buy-outs under the established budget.
- Ensure superintendent's take-offs are complete, accurate and on time.
- 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.
- Oversee and coordinate the project submittal approval process.
- Responsible for proper / timely processing of shop drawings, product submittals, operation and maintenance manuals, and recording all as-built drawings.
- Responsible for the administration of the signed subcontract requirements with respect to conformance with the agreement, contract documents, and change orders.
- Assist in the development, preparation, and finalization of RK's mechanical construction CPM schedule with input from superintendent(s).
- Coordinate ordering, processing, and delivery of materials and equipment with vendors and purchasing department.
- Coordinate communications and correspondences from owners, general contractors, and subcontractors.
- Review reports, including those prepared by local police, for completeness and accuracy, and forward to vice president of finance.
- Ensure project quality control procedures are followed during construction process, in accordance with the contract documents and RK's policies and procedures.
- Ensure that change orders requests (COR's) are processed in accordance with proper procedures, and that the superintendent has information required for implementation.
- Ensure change orders (CO's) are processed on time and are properly documented.
- Coordinate and track take-off orders, procurement and release of change orders items with the purchasing department and superintendent(s).
- Responsible for initiating, overseeing, and verifying billings.
- Verify that all materials invoiced and work billed has been delivered to and / or completed at job site.
- Review and monitor labor costs, hours, and projections with superintendent(s).
- Provide monthly and quarterly information to project manager, vice president of operations and vice president of finance, including but not limited to : forecasted estimate on costs required for completion of project, outstanding extra work total costs, and amount that has been performed but un-billed, encountered busts in the bid, and pending claims.
- Assist in legal claims as necessary.
- Responsible for job closeout being performed in proper and efficient manner and keeping the project manager and vice president of operation informed of closeout status.
- Monitor crafts compliance with company / project safety program requirements.
- Assist safety manager with preparation, documentation, and distribution of accident reports.
- Assist in resolution of conflicts with client, a / e liaison, etc.
- Optimize the profitability of the company by demonstrating the ability of a decision maker with reliable and mature judgment.
Qualifications
Company Benefits
In-house Programs
Partnership Programs
Safety is Our Top Priority
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.
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 :
In addition to our engagement with the community, we have been acknowledged in :
Each of our business units has its own impressive list of awards and recognitions, such as :
We also adhere to rigorous quality standards and accreditations, including :
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
