RK&K

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About the firm

RK&K is a multi-discipline planning, engineering, environmental, and construction phase services partner founded in 1923. Headquartered in Baltimore, the practice serves public and private sector clients throughout the Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, and South Central United States. It provides transportation, structures, water, environmental, geotechnical, site development, and construction management solutions.

Established
1923
Team
Large
Firm type
Civil Engineering · Structural Engineering · Geotechnical Engineering · Environmental Engineering · Transportation Engineering · Water / Wastewater Engineering · Landscape Architecture · Land Surveying · Design-Build · Owner's Engineer

People

Mimi KronischPartner

Melinda PetersPartner

Keith SkinnerPartner

Nathan AtkinsonPartner

Pete PatronePartner

Vance TsiamisPartner

Pat MartinoPartner

Capabilities

Alternative Delivery

Provides collaborative project delivery methods to streamline scheduling and reduce risk on complex infrastructure programs. It coordinates with all project participants to deliver public and private developments under modern procurement frameworks.

  • Construction Management at Risk (CMAR)
  • Design-Build
  • Owner's Advisor / Representative
  • Progressive Design-Build
  • Public-Private Partnership (P3)

Construction Management

Ensures quality, schedule compliance, and cost control from pre-construction through final closeout. Dedicated specialists oversee contractor activities, perform rigorous inspections, and manage project risks on site.

  • Construction Engineering
  • Construction Inspection
  • Project Controls

Environmental

Delivers comprehensive natural and cultural resource studies, regulatory compliance support, and ecological investigations. Technical teams help clients navigate complex environmental policy requirements to secure timely project clearances.

  • Biological Surveys
    • Aquatic Mussel & Fish Surveys
    • Bat Surveys
    • Protected Species & USFWS Consultation
    • Seagrass & Submerged Aquatic Vegetation (SAV) Surveys
  • Cultural Resources
  • Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)
  • Natural Resources & Ecology
    • Tree Surveys & Arborist Services
  • NEPA Documentation
  • Noise Analysis
  • Permitting

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Develops custom spatial datasets, asset inventories, and interactive mapping solutions to support infrastructure planning and maintenance. This spatial intelligence aids decision-makers in visualizing and managing regional resources.

Geotechnical

Offers complete subsurface investigations, soil mechanics analysis, and foundation engineering recommendations. These services minimize geological risks and ensure structural stability across diverse terrain and geological conditions.

Site Development

Transforms raw land into functional, sustainable communities and facilities through smart design. The practice coordinates planning, grading, utility layout, and landscape architecture to maximize site potential.

  • Civil / Site Engineering
  • Landscape Architecture
  • Master Planning
  • Urban Design

Structures

Designs and inspects safe, resilient structural systems including bridges, walls, and waterfront facilities. Engineers apply advanced structural analysis to extend the lifespan of critical public works.

  • Bridge Design / Rehabilitation / Rating
  • Condition Inspection / Assessment
  • Foundations
  • Noise Walls
  • Water & Wastewater Structures / Facilities
  • Waterfront Structures

Traffic

Improves roadway safety and optimizes vehicular flow through advanced engineering studies and smart system integration. Engineers evaluate corridor performance and design efficient signal, lighting, and signage networks.

  • Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)
  • Lighting & Signal Design
  • Multimodal Studies & Design
  • Predictive Safety Analysis
  • Signing & Pavement Marking Design
  • Temporary Traffic Control Design
  • Traffic Simulation & Analysis
  • Travel Demand Forecasting
  • Work Zone Safety

Transportation

Plans and designs robust mobility corridors that safely connect communities. Technical experts deliver comprehensive roadway, highway, and active transit designs tailored to regional travel demands.

  • Bicycle / Pedestrian
  • Highways
  • Transportation Planning

Utilities / Energy

Manages complex utility networks and supports energy delivery projects through pipeline engineering, corrosion engineering, and proactive agency coordination. This work ensures safe, reliable operations for municipal and private operators.

  • AC Modeling and Mitigation
  • Corrosion Protection
  • Natural Gas
  • Petroleum Facilities
  • Utility Coordination / Relocation

Water / Wastewater

Architects resilient clean water and collection systems that protect public health and the environment. Engineers design treatments plants, pump stations, and distribution pipelines to meet modern water demands.

  • Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls / SCADA
  • Sewer Collection & Conveyance
  • Trenchless Technology
  • Wastewater Treatment
  • Water / Wastewater Pumping
  • Water Distribution & Transmission
  • Water Supply Development and Treatment

Water Resources

Protects watersheds and restores natural hydrologic systems through ecologically sensitive designs. The practice manages stormwater, mitigates flood hazards, and stabilizes coastal and riverine areas against erosion.

  • Coastal Resiliency
  • Flood Control
  • Stream Restoration

Industries

Government · Transportation · Federal · Education · Healthcare · Sports & Recreation · Utilities · Water Supply · Wastewater · Water Resources

Projects

BikeHoward Howard County Bicycle Master Plan

Howard County, MD · Transportation · Client: Howard County, MD

Project details

Bicycle master planning and community outreach for the bicycle infrastructure network in Howard County.

Hurricane Helene Emergency Bridge Replacements

Greenville, York, and Greenwood Counties, SC · Bridges · Client: South Carolina Department of Transportation

Project details

Emergency design-build replacements for damaged bridges across Greenville, York, and Greenwood counties.

On-Call Geotechnical Engineering in Tennessee

TDOT Region 1, TN · Government · Client: Tennessee Department of Transportation

Project details

On-call subsurface investigation and geotechnical engineering support for TDOT Region 1.

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