Lanford Brothers Company, Inc., an Employee-Owned company in the Roanoke Valley, is looking for a Project Manager/Estimator. We value the integrity of a job well done, dedication to following crucial safety procedures, and quality craftsmanship. With over 60 years of expertise and access to industry-leading equipment and project management technology, Lanford Brothers is able to provide top quality bridge repair services for municipalities and Departments of Transportation. As a 3 generation family business, we recognize the importance of taking care of ourselves and our families.

A successful Project Engineer will have Bachelor’s degree (construction and/or civil engineering disciplines) preferred, although successful industry years of experience as estimator and/or apprenticeship will be considered. 1-3 years of experience with highway construction and bridge repair & project management/leadership is preferred. Concrete technician or any other certifications relevant to DOT work is a plus.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Job Description

Job Identification: Project Engineer

Reports to: Vice-President

Status: Exempt

Job Summary: Assists the Operations department with the estimation and management of projects. with a strong emphasis on organizing and planning, to assure the highest level of accuracy and quality. provides support in project safety, documentation, plans and specifications, construction means and methods, scheduling, budgeting, projections, and project closeout.

Job duties (including but not limited to):

• Assist with submittals, project takeoffs, project documentation, preparing proposals, and obtaining quotes from suppliers.
• Maintain and update project schedule for PM review.
• Assist with scheduling and coordination.
• Fully review contract documents, drawings and specifications.
• Assist with material orders and ensure deliveries.
• First level approval of subcontractor invoices for PM final approval.
• Review and submit end of month billings.
• Documents any necessary correspondence on job activities.
• Analyzes blueprints, specifications, proposals and other documentation to add to knowledge of specialized methodologies, techniques, principles of processes.
• Attends pre-bid and pre-construction meetings to gather data necessary to put together estimate for work and get projects started. And other meetings as requested.
• All other duties as assigned.

Tools and Equipment: Computer, cell phone, copy machine, fax machine, and software: Microsoft Office software, Primavera software, and cost accounting programs.

Working conditions: Working out of Roanoke office and periodic travel to job sites required. The position works hours which support field operations- typically 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM though flexible hours may be required with typical work week requiring a minimum of 40 hours.

Job Requirements: Bachelor’s degree (construction and/or civil engineering disciplines) preferred, although successful industry years of experience as estimator and/or apprenticeship will be considered. 1-3 years of experience with highway construction and bridge repair & project management/leadership is preferred. Concrete technician or any other certifications relevant to DOT work is a plus.

Must have valid Virginia driver’s license with driving record that meets minimum requirement to be able to drive company vehicles. The employee will need to be able to travel to and from work office and project site. Must live within driving distance to the Roanoke Offices.

Job Skills:

• Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently.
• Must be able to read and understand plans and specifications and special provisions.
• Must be able to work under time and budget pressures and following best safety practices.
• Must have a good working knowledge of Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, Outlook) as well as computers and internet.
• Must have a proven ability to develop and/or manage cost tracking systems not limited to main engineering functions.
• Must have excellent math skills sufficient to prepare estimates and sufficient technical skills in industry to interpret customer engineering specifications and estimates for the repair and preparing quotations.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills in order to maintain excellent working relationships with customers (including engineer and other representatives) and necessary government agencies as well as field personnel.

Measures of Performance:

• Maintain quality standards at or better than assigned from President.
• Appropriately works to the standards set by LBC.
• Practices and enforces required safety habits on the job site.
• Adherence personally and by the assigned field personnel to company policies and procedures i.e. hours worked, drug-free workplace.
• Satisfactory or better results on performance evaluation.
• All other duties and tasks completed in a satisfactory, timely and approved manner.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

• Bonus opportunities
• Signing bonus

Experience:

• DOT Bridge Construction: 1 year (Required)
• Construction estimating: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person