What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Engineer position at RK?
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
Project Engineer 1
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 strong commitment to safety, wellness and employee development has earned us prestigious accolades:
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
- 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 RKMI’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
- 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.
- 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.
- Coordinate and track take-off orders, procurement and release of change orders items with the purchasing department and superintendent(s).
- Provide 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.
- 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.
- Optimize the profitability of the company by demonstrating the ability of a decision maker with reliable and mature judgment.
Project Engineer 1
- 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 instruction
- Receives guidance for unusual or complex problems and supervisor approval for changes in standards.
- 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.
- 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 instruction
- Receives guidance for unusual or complex problems and supervisor approval for changes in standards.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Access confidential counseling for personal issues and financial advice.
- Enjoy exclusive discounts on entertainment, including amusement park tickets and restaurant specials.
- 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, site specific orientation, CPR/First Aid/AED/Bloodborne Pathogens, Hazard Identification and Reporting, and OSHA 30.
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 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
- Denver Business Journal Corporate Philanthropy rankings
- Named among The Civic 50 Colorado as one of the most community-minded companies
- 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
- ISO 9001:2015
- ISO 14001:2015
- ISO 45001:2018
- AISC certifications
