Onsite Project Engineer Lead

S&B Engineers and Constructors•, LA

13h•Onsite

About The Position

S&B is currently seeking a Sr. Project Lead / Engineer to join our team in the Baton Rouge, LA geographical area. S&B is an exceptional full-service Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) company, proudly maintaining private ownership and operation for over five decades. With our extensive experience, we have successfully undertaken diverse projects across various industries, including Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Petrochemicals, Energy Transition, Power, and Pulp & Paper. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to safety, timely project completion, and cost-effective solutions. Our proven track record speaks for itself, as we consistently deliver outstanding results while adhering to the highest industry standards. Moreover, our company culture is unparalleled, fostering an environment of collaboration, innovation, and excellence. At S&B, we understand the value of our talented team, and we ensure they are rewarded accordingly. We offer a competitive compensation package, flexible and hybrid work schedules, and a comprehensive benefits program to attract and retain the best professionals in the field.

Requirements

Normally requires a 4-year degree in Engineering. Equivalent work experience may substitute with demonstrated experience in lieu of a degree.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, or related technical discipline preferred or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree.
Five plus years (preferred) of demonstrated experience as a Project Engineer, Project Manager, or similar project execution role in refining, petrochemical, or industrial facilities.
Strong understanding of brownfield project execution, field coordination, and owner-contractor interface management.
Ability to develop project scopes and support early project planning activities.
Strong communication, organization, and relationship management skills.
Ability to work effectively with site operations, maintenance, engineering, construction, and contractor personnel.
Commitment to safety, quality, and responsive client service.
Ability to work independently with remote supervision. Self-starter.
Must be willing and able to work in the field.
All candidates must pass background checks, drug screening and qualify for issuance of TWIC credentials.
Job success often hinges upon interpersonal communication and relationship development skills, and job tasks require frequent interchange, and successful completion depends in large part upon effective interaction and communication with others.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of project controls, schedule coordination, and execution planning is preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as S&B’s permanent site-based representative to support the day-to-day activities as directed by the client.
Facilitate integration of project execution activities for the site.
Support development of new project scopes.
Provide on-site coordination to improve alignment, responsiveness, and overall project delivery.
Act as the primary on-site liaison between local client staff and outside engineering and construction, project management, and support personnel.
Facilitate efficient communication, coordination, and issue resolution between client stakeholders.
Support integration of project execution activities across engineering, procurement, construction, and site operations.
Support Management of Change (MOC) coordination activities by helping track, communicate, and facilitate required inputs, reviews, and approvals between site personnel.
Assist in identifying, developing, and defining new project scope opportunities in coordination with client personnel.
Coordinate field information gathering, site walkthroughs, and scope validation to support development of project deliverables, estimates, and execution plans.
Help align project priorities, technical requirements, schedules, and work processes between client personnel and project teams.
Provide on-site input to improve constructability, operability, maintainability, and overall execution readiness for proposed and active work.
Monitor project interfaces, communicate emerging concerns, and help drive timely decisions to minimize delays, rework, and execution risk.
Participate in client meetings, planning sessions, scope reviews, and other project coordination activities as required.
Maintain strong working relationships with the site operations, maintenance, engineering, and project stakeholders while representing S&B in a professional manner.
Supporting work safe practices and ensuring coordination efforts are consistent with site requirements and S&B procedures.