Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) is a full-service consulting firm offering planning, engineering and program management services. Founded in 1935, LAN has grown from its humble beginnings as a small Houston firm to a national leader in the heavy civil infrastructure engineering industry.
"Our purpose is to continuously improve the quality of life in the communities we serve."
Responsibilities Lead LAN’s Structural Group, overseeing the teams that perform planning, design, and construction management for roadway bridges, retaining walls, vertical structures, and port and marine structures.As Project Manager, deliver structural engineering projects using project management experience, structural design experience, and existing network of Client contacts.Deliver projects following Client and LAN processes for successful completion within scope, schedule, and budget.Lead business development efforts that represent LAN by building client relationships, positioning for upcoming projects, and leading pursuits.Position the firm for future growth by anticipating client needs and identifying viable new market opportunities.Review monthly accounting and tracking of projects, projection of workload, identification of staffing needs, and development of project work plans.Supervise and review Project Managers and support staff assigned to a group to assure high morale, production, and design quality.Assess staff needs and conduct activities relating to recruiting, retaining and dismissals of technical and support staff.Communicate effectively with field personnel, internal office staff and clients.Maintain weekly communication with Practice Leader (PL) and Business Group Director (BGD).Develop group business plan with assistance from PL and BGD.Implement marketing plans for the group in accordance with business group objectives.Market existing clients, develop a new client base and recruit additional business with the support of BGD.Conduct performance evaluations and salary reviews in conjunction with PL and BGD.Ensure that established company and service line procedures for conducting the work, documentation, and client management are adhered to within the group.Provide day-to-day technical and project management oversight, direction and mentoring to project managers and production staff.Provide QA/QC per company and service line policies for all work conducted by the group.Maintain technical competency and keep current regarding changing regulations, trends in the industry, and new technologies.Be active in local, state, or national professional organizations to increase the visibility of the firm, establish a professional network, and give back to the engineering profession.Foster trust and unity within project teams.Mentor younger staff and promote individual professional and personal growth of all within the firm.Be honest, genuine, and sincere in interactions with everyone, including direct reports, peers, upper management, clients, and others outside the organization.Provides clear direction to team to achieve business group and company goals.Address conflict effectively and appropriately. Qualifications Proficient with MS Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.Proficient in MicroStation, OpenBridge Designer, STAAD, RISA, ANSYS, and Building Information Modeling (BIM).Proficient with TxDOT design practice and guidelines highly preferred.Strong understanding of structural engineering principles, construction techniques, and quality control standards.Working knowledge of International Building Code and standards.Valid Driver’s License.Bachelor of Science in Structural Engineering (Masters or PhD preferred).Licensed as a Professional Engineer (PE).10+ years of experience in structural engineering and design.TxDOT Bridge Design Precertifications (or ability to obtain upon hiring).Must have personnel, business, and business development management experience.
Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, status, or local laws and to prohibit discrimination and harassment based on any of these factors. Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc., is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. Applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the Human Resources Department at 713-266-6900 or by email using peopleoperations@leoadaly.com . For more information about your rights under the law, see: Know Your Rights
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