• Construction Engineer (CE)

    POWER Engineers (Shreveport, LA)


    Construction Engineer (CE)

     

    Location **Shreveport**

     

    Secondary Locations

     

    Job Code **18665**

     

    \# of openings **1**

    Construction Engineer (CE)

    **Locations(s):** Northern to Northeastern Louisiana

    Job Summary

    The construction engineer is responsible for the safe and efficient planning, coordination, and execution of construction activities related to substation and transmission line construction. This individual must display a high degree of professionalism, organization and cooperation with customers and co-workers. This position is partially in the field and may require travel.

    Role and Responsibilities

    + Develop detailed scoping and engineering plans for projects

    + Ensuring adherence to Grid Modernization standards to develop Scoping/Design/Engineering

    + Partner with subject matter experts input into the scoping such as (Project Management, DOC, Data Maintenance, Planning, Operations, Transmission)

    + Review and perform quality assurance for design deliverables (internal and external design)

    + Audit of design packages and construction jobs to ensure adherence of grid modernization standards

    + Assist Right of Way group to secure permitting on an as needed basis

    + Assist with the required change management and roll out of new program development

    + Assist distribution automation organization in implementing smart devices associated with Grid Mod Projects

    + Participate in industry technical knowledge sharing and best practices sharing meetings with peer utilities

    + Accountable for the resolution of technical engineering conflicts that affect cost, schedule quality or customer satisfaction

    + Provide technical engineering expertise to respond to regulatory bodies

    + Ensure the integration of safety, reliability, operability, constructability, and configuration management practices into final products/designs/processes

    + Develop processes and tools to improve project cost, cycle time and quality

    + Coordinate switching orders necessary to facilitate Resiliency projects

    Required Education/Experience

    + Ten (10) + years of equivalent industry-related experience in engineering, construction, and/or electric power industry

    + Experience in project scheduling, reporting and administration

    + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

    + Attention to detail and commitment to quality and professionalism

    + Excellent written and oral communication skills

    + Knowledge and experience with project management processes and tools

    + Strong understanding of project lifecycles

    + Excellent computer skills

    + Familiarity with various scheduling techniques

    + Excellent organizational skills

    + Excellent verbal and written communication skills

    + Ability to work effectively with competing priorities and stressful situations

    + Must have current and valid driver’s license

    Desired Education/Experience

    + Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent industry-related experience) from an accredited university – engineering, engineering management, construction management, or project management disciplines

     

    POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, POWER and WSP’s 73,900 experts create positive, long-lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of our team, you’ll discover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the world’s most challenging projects.

     

    At POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, you can have a rewarding career on every level. Our philosophy is simple: Do Good. Have Fun. Build Success.

    Our compensation package includes competitive compensation, professional development, and a full benefit package:

    + Medical/Dental/Vision

    + Paid Holidays

    + Vacation/Paid Sick Leave

    + Voluntary Life Insurance

    + 401K

    + Telehealth Benefit covers all providers

    + Maternity and Paternity Leave

    + New Dads and Moms Benefit program

    + Fertility Benefits

    + Gender affirming care

     

    We are a fun engineering firm. That might seem contradictory to some, but it works for us!

     

    Salary DOE

     

    POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

     

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