Orion Engineers + Constructors Announces Corporate Headquarters Relocation to Louisiana

• The project is expected to create 111 new job opportunities in the Capital Region.

• Orion Engineers + Constructors delivers integrated engineering and construction services for clients in municipal, manufacturing, energy and industrial sectors.

• The new headquarters is expected to be complete by June 2030.

BATON ROUGE, La. – Orion Engineers + Constructors announced it will relocate its corporate headquarters from Theodore, Alabama, to Baton Rouge. The move reflects the company’s commitment to growth, innovation and delivering enhanced value to employees and clients nationwide.

The company is expected to create 50 direct new jobs with an average annual salary of $100,000, which is 153% of the average East Baton Rouge Parish wage, while retaining 45 current positions. Louisiana Economic Development estimates the project will result in an additional 61 indirect new jobs, for a total of 111 potential new jobs in the Capital Region.

“Orion Engineers + Constructors’ decision to relocate its headquarters to Louisiana is a strong vote of confidence in our state’s skilled workforce and pro-business climate,” LED Secretary Susan B. Bourgeois said. “It reflects the progress we’re making through our 9×90 Plan to grow professional and technical services across the state and reinforces Louisiana’s reputation as a destination for innovation and long-term business success.”

The new headquarters represents a long-term capital and technology investment of more than $5 million. The project will modernize and streamline the companies’ operations, enhancing its ability to deliver tailored, cost-effective solutions for clients nationwide.

“Relocating our headquarters to Baton Rouge represents an exciting new chapter in our company’s 25-year history,” Billy Novak, PE, PMP, President & CEO of Orion Engineers + Constructors said. “This move strengthens our ability to deliver exceptional service, attract and retain top talent, and deepen our commitment to clients, employees, and the communities we serve.”

Founded in 2001, Orion Engineers + Constructors is a full-service project integrator supporting manufacturing, oil and gas, refining, chemicals, life sciences, energy, government and renewables clients. Relocation of corporate operations will begin immediately, with construction on the new headquarters expected to be complete by June 2030.

“We are so pleased to welcome Orion to the City of St. George,” said City of St. George Mayor Dustin Yates. “Having a company like Orion choose to headquarter in our city is a testament to what our community has to offer. We are very excited to have them.”

“We’re proud to welcome Orion Engineers + Constructors to Baton Rouge and look forward to the positive impact this project will have on our region,” said East Baton Rouge Parish Mayor-President Sid Edwards. “Their decision to relocate their corporate headquarters here speaks to the strength of our workforce and the growing confidence in our local economy. This investment brings quality jobs, innovation, and long-term economic growth to the Capital Region, and we’re grateful for their commitment to our community.”

To secure the project in Baton Rouge, the state of Louisiana offered Orion Engineers + Constructors a competitive incentives package that includes the Quality Jobs program and a $500,000 performance-based grant.

“We are delighted Orion Engineers + Constructors’ has selected Baton Rouge for the relocation of its corporate headquarters,” said President and CEO of the Greater Baton Rouge Economic Partnership Lori Melancon. “Our region’s exceptional higher education assets, especially in engineering, are producing the kind of skilled professionals that a firm like Orion needs. We look forward to supporting their growth in the Baton Rouge area.”

For vendor and contract opportunities with the company, make sure your Louisiana business is registered at SourceLouisiana.com.

About Orion Engineers + Constructors
Founded in 2001, Orion Engineers + Constructors is a full-service project integrator serving industries such as manufacturing, oil and gas, refining, chemicals, life sciences, energy, government, and renewables. The company provides multidisciplinary engineering and comprehensive project support services from front-end design through construction and commissioning. Orion delivers quality projects with a strong focus on budget and schedule adherence. Notably, the majority of their projects come from repeat clients, emphasizing their reliability and performance. Orion prides itself on a collaborative culture and the flexibility of being a small privately owned company, allowing them to deliver tailored, cost-effective, and value-driven solutions. Orion has offices located in Theodore, Alabama; Baton Rouge, Louisiana; Pascagoula, Mississippi; and Houston, Texas.

About LED
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MEDIA CONTACTS:

Emma Wagner, LED Communications Director
Emma.Wagner@la.gov
912.467.2117

Jacey Wesley, LED Strategic Communications Manager
Jacey.Wesley@la.gov
225.342.5536

Billy Novak, PE, PMP, President & CEO
billy.novak@orion-eng.com

Kim Turk, Construction Coordinator
kim.turk@orion-eng.com