Senior Project Engineer

SUMMARY

This position as a Senior Project Engineer is a full‑time, senior‑level role responsible for independently managing engineering projects from proposal through closeout. It includes leading permitting strategy, budgeting, technical design, and schedule oversight while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The Senior Civil Engineer serves as the primary client contact, drives project delivery across disciplines, and supports business development by maintaining key relationships and identifying new opportunities.

The role also leads the preparation and submission of complex permit applications and contributes to the growth and mentorship of junior staff. Assignments will be conducted in the office at Providence’s Baton Rouge location.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or other related field required.
• Eight or more years of experience executing engineering projects required.
• Louisiana Professional Engineering license required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with strong emphasis on team relations.
• Strong organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently.
• Ability to exercise initiative and innovative thinking.
• Ability to work with and coordinate with other engineering and other department team members.
• Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record required.

• Lead complex, multidisciplinary projects from pursuit through closeout, with full accountability for scoping, budgeting, scheduling, permitting, client engagement, invoicing, and team coordination.
• Direct and provide strategic oversight for project execution, ensuring alignment with client objectives, regulatory frameworks, and internal quality and safety standards.
• Guide survey strategy and interpretation to support design and construction phases.
• Oversee preparation and submittal of complex permit applications across jurisdictions, proactively identifying potential regulatory hurdles.
• Use design software to plan and design hydraulic systems, waste/water containment facilities, transportation systems, and site development in line with industry and government standards.
• Manage the design, construction, repair, maintenance, and replacement of public and private infrastructure.
• Present findings to the public and clients on topics such as bid proposals, environmental impact statements, and project designs.
• Develop and manage various engineering and environmental projects.
• Serve as a key relationship manager for high‑value clients, identifying growth opportunities.
• Collaborate regularly with department leadership to align strategic priorities, resource allocation, and firm‑wide initiatives.
• Encourage and support work with personnel in other Providence offices where appropriate.
• Mentor and train Engineering Interns in departmental processes and procedures, engineering tools, and systems.
• Act as a senior technical resource to support peer engineers, sharing specialized expertise and resolving project challenges.
• Manage safety compliance with all client and internal requirements/training.
• Assist with continuous personal and team development from a technical and professional development perspective.

• Ability to travel occasionally and on short notice to project sites.
• Ability to walk long distances.
• Ability to lift 30 lbs.
• Ability to work outdoors in variable weather conditions and on varied terrain, sometimes for extended periods.

Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC is committed to diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants and employees will be evaluated based on their ability, competence, and performance of the essential functions of their positions. The company does not unlawfully discriminate based on any legally protected classification or characteristics. Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities to the full extent required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

If you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, please contact Hum