Preservation Program Engineer - District Leadership

Louisiana Department Of Transportation and Development; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) in District 61 is seeking a Preservation Program Engineer to lead the district's preservation program, coordinating design, environmental considerations, and asset management. The role requires a Louisiana Professional Engineer license and strong leadership to drive timely project delivery.

Responsibilities include managing budgets, schedules, and construction plans, with oversight of drainage, hydraulics, and permitting, and

Qualifications

• Must hold a current Louisiana Professional Engineer license.
• Experience in district-wide highway preservation program management.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Administers the District Preservation program scope, budget, design, and schedule.
• Leads integration of roadway design with drainage and environmental factors.
• Oversees construction plans for pavement preservation and related projects.
• Provides district-level leadership for drainage design, hydraulics, and permitting.
• Manages consultant contracts for District Preservation projects.
• Oversees district surveying program with contracted firms.
• Demonstrates decisive leadership and strategic budget oversight.

Skills

Professional engineer license

Program management

Stakeholder communication

Job description

Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) in District 61 is seeking a Preservation Program Engineer to lead the district's preservation program, coordinating design, environmental considerations, and asset management. The role requires a Louisiana Professional Engineer license and strong leadership to drive timely project delivery.

Responsibilities include managing budgets, schedules, and construction plans, with oversight of drainage, hydraulics, and permitting, and