Lead Construction Engineer 6 (PE)

State of Louisiana; Sulphur (LA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) seeks an experienced Engineer 6 to lead and supervise engineering staff on transportation projects in Calcasieu Parish. The role focuses on construction inspection, contract administration, and technical reviews to ensure compliance with plans and DOTD policies.

Professional licensure is required; applicants licensed outside Louisiana may need to obtain LA licensure before appointment.

Qualifications

• Professional license to practice engineering is required.
• Louisiana license to practice professional engineering is required or the applicant will obtain it prior to appointment.
• Advance degrees may substitute for years of experience as described (master's or doctorate).

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs, and coordinates construction inspection, contract administration, sampling, testing, surveying, and documentation activities for assigned construction projects.
• Supervises and trains engineers and engineering technicians assigned to construction projects.
• Reviews and approves construction documentation, quantities, diaries, test reports, estimates, correspondence, and other project records.
• Coordinates with contractors, consultants, utility companies, public officials, and internal DOTD staff to resolve project issues and maintain progress.
• Reviews project schedules, plan changes, construction problems, erosion control plans, utility relocations, changes orders, and contract compliance issues.
• Ensures construction work is performed in accordance with plans, specifications, provisions, DOTD policies, and federal/state requirements.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Job description

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) seeks an experienced Engineer 6 to lead and supervise engineering staff on transportation projects in Calcasieu Parish. The role focuses on construction inspection, contract administration, and technical reviews to ensure compliance with plans and DOTD policies.

Professional licensure is required; applicants licensed outside Louisiana may need to obtain LA licensure before appointment.