Risk Assistant Engineer

Job Description:

Risk Assistant Engineer (Future Opportunities)

Locations: Los Angeles, CA | Pomona, CA | Washington, DC | Atlanta, GA
Industries: School Facilities | Rail & Transit | Airport Facilities | Oil & Gas

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Salary Range: $72,000 - $87,000 annually
• Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees
• 401k retirement plan with company matching contribution
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Company-paid life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) benefits
• Company-paid long-term (LTD) insurance
• Annual tuition assistance allowance for employees
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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POSITION DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

KKCS is developing a pipeline for future project work, and we are seeking to connect with Risk Assistant Engineer professionals.  These potential roles are expected to support various client programs located in Los Angeles, Pomona, Washington DC, and Atlanta, GA, and may involve work in one or more of the following sectors:

• K-12 and Higher Education Facilities
• Rail and Transit Infrastructure
• Airport Modernization Projects
• Oil & Gas Capital Programs

This is an ideal opportunity for seasoned Risk Assistant Engineer professionals who are open to being considered for future assignments aligned with their expertise and availability. As new programs are awarded, selected candidates will be contacted for formal consideration and next steps.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting qualitative and quantitative risk assessments on capital infrastructure projects.
• Support the development and tracking of risk registers, mitigation strategies, and related documentation.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including engineers, schedulers, and cost estimators to gather project data.
• Contribute to risk analysis models, dashboards, and visual reporting tools under the guidance of senior risk staff.
• Help prepare and run Monte Carlo simulations using appropriate risk analysis tools.
• Provide general support in organizing, documenting, and communicating project risk information.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, economics, computer science, statistics, business management, or a related field.
• Experience working in a technical or engineering environment, preferably on infrastructure or construction projects.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, with proficiency in technical writing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel), Bluebeam, and common PDF tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with scheduling and risk analysis software (e.g., Deltek Acumen, Oracle Primavera P6).
• Experience with Monte Carlo simulation tools such as Lumivero @Risk, RiskAMP, or Analytica.
• Prior involvement in public agency or consulting projects supporting infrastructure or capital programs.

KKCS is an equal opportunity employer encouraging individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.