Lochner

Lochner is a prominent infrastructure services provider founded in 1944 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. With a team of approximately 590 professionals, the company specializes in aviation, surface transportation, and water projects, generating an annual revenue of $77 million as of 2025. Under the leadership of CEO Terry A. Ruhl, Lochner has expanded its services and geographic reach through strategic acquisitions. The company offers a range of services, including transportation engineering, aviation services, water infrastructure, intelligent transportation systems, and grant writing and management. Lochner integrates specialized firms like KOA Corporation and Armstrong Consultants to enhance its capabilities. It serves a diverse clientele, including transportation authorities, over 130 airports, and various municipalities. Recently, Lochner has refreshed its brand to celebrate 80 years in business and opened a new office in Charlotte, North Carolina, to strengthen its regional presence. The company is recognized for its collaborative culture and commitment to community engagement.

Civil Engineering Chicago, United States Founded 1944 ~570 employees

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Employees
570
+2.2% in the 3 months to Jun 2025
Revenue / employee
$582K
Revenue ~$332M
12-month attrition
9.2%
Tech: 12.5%
H1B filings, FY2025
7
Sponsors visas

Headcount trend

Lochner went from 480 employees in Jul 2023 to 570 in Jun 2025. Jan to Jun 2025: 42 people joined, 13 left.

Headcount data through Jun 2025

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other285
Engineering209
Operations29
Design15
Finance10
HR9
Marketing8
Sales4

H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Limited
H-1B Filings by Department
Engineering9
Executive1
Operations1

The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2025 alone: 7 filings.

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