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Facility Project Planner 3

Louisiana Department Of Transportation and Development
Baton Rouge, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/4/2026
About This Job

SECTION 51 - Bridge Maintenance and Facilities Maintenance

51/50379685/FPP3/11.02.26-TJ

At DOTD, our mission is to empower communities and improve lives by delivering responsive, inclusive, and forward-thinking public services. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity.

About This Position

This position is responsible for reviewing road and bridge projects for compliance with the Department’s Policy for Roadside Vegetation Management, as well as designing, planning, and administering major and minor landscape architectural and facility projects. The incumbent coordinates with professional consultants, reviews project plans and specifications, prepares cost estimates, and oversees construction activities to ensure projects meet departmental standards and requirements. The incumbent must be self-motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision while applying sound judgment to address unforeseen project conditions. A current license to practice landscape architecture in Louisiana is required, along with participation in DOTD training programs and continuing education to maintain professional licensure and technical proficiency.

Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency:

http://wwwsp.dotd.la.gov/Inside_LaDOTD/Divisions/Mgmt_Finance/HR/Pages/Career_Center.aspx

Minimum Qualifications

Five years of experience in landscape architecture, architecture, engineering, or interior design; OR

A bachelor's degree in landscape architecture, architecture, engineering, or interior design plus two years of experience in landscape architecture, architecture, engineering, or interior design; OR

A current Louisiana license in landscape architecture, architecture, engineering, or interior design plus two years of experience in landscape architecture, architecture, engineering, or interior design.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here .

Job Duties

Job Duties and Other Information

  • Reviews road and bridge project plans for compliance with DOTD’s Policy for Roadside Vegetation Management and acceptable landscape architectural design practices.
  • Designs and develops plans, specifications, and cost estimates for landscape architectural, facility construction, renovation, and improvement projects.
  • Coordinates with professional consultants, reviews design contracts and construction plans, and oversees construction activities, inspections, and project completion.
  • Evaluates existing facilities and potential project sites, prepares recommendations for improvements, and assists with long-range facility planning and public inquiries.

Position Specific Details

Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, Job Appointment, or Detail to Special Duty

Compensation

  • Facility Project Planner 3 - $27.52/Hourly up to $49.55/Hourly

Required

The incumbent may be required to possess the following specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as maintain the following licensing:

  • Required: A current Louisiana license in landscape architecture, architecture, engineering, or interior design plus two years of experience in landscape architecture, architecture, engineering, or interior design.

Important Note: This posting is used to establish a list of qualified applicants for current or future job openings. A current vacancy may or may not exist at the time of application. As a result, your application may remain in “Application Received” or a similar status for an extended period. The hiring agency may review the list when a vacancy becomes available and contact applicants they wish to consider at that time.

How To Apply

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

  • Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Andrew Sanders

Facility Project Supervisor

225-379-1952

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.

Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available: https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_rehabilitation.asp

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

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