Lead Project Engineer - Construction

About the role

Loenbro is building a new Connectivity service line focused on delivering telecom infrastructure solutions for data center and hyperscale environments. As a Lead Project Engineer, you will play a critical role in building this capability from the ground up — shaping processes, supporting early-stage project execution, and helping establish the technical standards and training infrastructure that will scale this business.

Responsibilities

• Quantification & Take-offs: Perform detailed field evaluations and complete full quantity take-offs of labor, equipment, and materials using Bluebeam, Accubid or similar software.
• Project Execution: Provide field engineering, contract administration, shop drawing reviews, RFIs, and submittal tracking throughout the project lifecycle.
• Technical Methods: Assist in establishing construction plans and engineering methods tailored to project specifications and cabling installations.
• Change Management: Administer, price, track, and submit project change orders.
• Standards & Training: Develop data center technical training, SOPs, and work instructions to ensure compliance with customer quality plans and industry standards.
• Testing Oversight: Establish field testing methodologies using industry best practices; provide certifiable training on test equipment systems.
• Asset Management: Oversee inventory control, tracking, and operations for specialized test equipment and label printing resources.
• Project Closeout: Coordinate and validate closeout packages, including test reports, redlines, as-built drawings, and warranties.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in project engineering within telecom, connectivity, or data center environments.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam or similar estimating software and the ability to fluently read and interpret blueprints/specifications.
• Deep understanding of Telecom/Connectivity trade scopes, data center environments, and cabling installation standards.
• Deep understanding of Division 27 specifications.
• Ability to design cabling systems adhering to industry standards/Div27 specifications.
• Deep understanding of fiber optic troubleshooting and cleaning methods.
• Experience with Fluke, EXFO, or similar test equipment.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or related field.
• Experience with as-builts, redlines, and project closeout processes.
• Experience using circuit audits and audit tooling.
• Experience with MMC terminations/ troubleshooting methods.
• Driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Qualifications

• RCDD certification preferred.
• Exposure to OSP/ISP design.
• Experience in hyperscale data center environments.
• Experience working in early-stage or high-growth environments.
• Ability to travel at least 40% of the time.

Skills

• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range: $120,000 USD - $140,000 USD.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with company match, paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, life and disability insurance, professional development and training opportunities, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).