Industrial Building & MEP Construction Engineer

Lofton.Jobs; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Confidential Search in Baton Rouge is seeking an Industrial Building & MEP Construction Engineer to own building, architectural and MEP scopes from design review through turnover and maintenance. You will work across plant functions and with external partners to deliver safe, compliant, on-time results.

You will lead construction, review plans, manage subcontractors and coordinate field execution, safety, cost control and turnover documentation for a greenfield plant built from the ground up.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, Architectural or Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
• 3+ years of relevant professional experience in industrial or heavy-manufacturing construction.
• Experience with building, architectural and MEP scopes from design review through construction.
• Knowledge of building codes, OSHA requirements and construction quality systems.
• Strong prioritization, documentation and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction of building and MEP (HVAC) work.
• Lead maintenance and repair of plant buildings and facilities.
• Select, supervise and manage subcontractors.
• Review drawings, specifications, calculations, submittals, RFIs and change proposals for constructability and compliance.
• Coordinate field execution, inspections, testing, punch-list closure and turnover documentation.
• Monitor safety, quality, schedule, manpower, productivity and cost.
• Control costs and keep stakeholders informed.
• Resolve field conflicts and interface with engineering, operations, utilities and authorities.

Skills

Project coordination

Cross-functional collaboration

Field management

English communication

Microsoft 365

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural/Architectural/Mechanical Eng or Construction Mgmt

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Greater Baton Rouge, LA (Ascension Parish)

CONFIDENTIAL SEARCH — employer disclosed to qualified candidates at screening

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

A major international steel manufacturer is building a new plant in Ascension Parish and is hiring an Industrial Building & MEP Construction Engineer to join its Construction Department (Civil & Architectural Engineering Team). You will own assigned building, architectural and MEP scopes for an industrial plant, from design review through construction, turnover and long-term maintenance, working across plant functions and outside partners to deliver safe, compliant, on-time results. This is a chance to help build a greenfield plant from the ground up and then keep it running.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Manage construction of building and MEP (HVAC) work
• Lead maintenance and repair of plant buildings and facilities
• Select, supervise and manage the performance of subcontractors
• Review drawings, specifications, calculations, submittals, RFIs and change proposals for constructability and compliance
• Coordinate field execution, inspections, testing, punch-list closure, turnover documentation and warranty follow-up
• Monitor contractor safety, quality, schedule, manpower, productivity and cost
• Control costs and keep project stakeholders informed and aligned
• Resolve field conflicts and interface issues with engineering, operations, utilities, vendors and authorities having jurisdiction
• Develop preventive maintenance, inspection and repair plans for assigned infrastructure and facilities

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, Architectural or Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management or a related field
• 3+ years of relevant professional experience in industrial or heavy-manufacturing construction
• Experienced with building, architectural and MEP scopes from design review through construction
• Familiarity with building codes, OSHA requirements, concrete/steel standards and construction quality systems
• Strong ability to manage priorities, analyze information, document work and collaborate across functions
• Working proficiency with Microsoft 365 and job-related technical systems
• Clear English communication and the ability to work well in a multicultural environment

PREFERRED

• Professional working proficiency in both English and Korean preferred but not required
• PE, EIT, CCM, PMP or a relevant trade/inspection credential

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• $80,000 – $140,000+, depending on experience
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off

All qualified candidates will be contacted in 1-2 business days.