Senior Transmission Construction Engineer

EDG; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

EDG Inc. is seeking a Construction Engineer to manage capital projects from initiation to commissioning and closeout.

You will work with project teams to define scope, cost estimates, and schedules, and conduct field visits to support outages and permit processes. The role requires a Bachelor’s in Engineering (ABET-accredited preferred) and 10+ years in capital project construction with strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required; ABET accreditation required or preferred.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Assist Construction Group to manage capital projects through life cycle.
• Develop project scope, cost estimates, and schedules with project teams.
• Conduct on-site field visits and monitor outages and permitting requirements.
• Develop detailed construction plans and bid packages; participate in vendor selection.
• Lead pre-bid meetings and support design constructability reviews across disciplines.
• Ensure safety hazards are identified and environmental concerns are addressed.
• Monitor progress vs. in-service dates and manage closeout documentation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Presentation skills

Education

ABET-accredited program

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Office

Job description

EDG Inc. is seeking a Construction Engineer to manage capital projects from initiation to commissioning and closeout.

You will work with project teams to define scope, cost estimates, and schedules, and conduct field visits to support outages and permit processes. The role requires a Bachelor’s in Engineering (ABET-accredited preferred) and 10+ years in capital project construction with strong leadership and communication skills.