Lobato Team
Tim Lobato
President
Tim Lobato is a Construction Executive offering over 30 years of experience as a respected construction manager. Since founding Lobato Construction, LLC in 2013, Tim has led the company through dramatic growth, as Lobato is now a well-known Heavy Civil contractor with revenues exceeding $20 million annually. Tim’s career has progressed all the way from his roots as a general carpenter to district superintendent, to vice president of operations, and now owner and managing member of a company. Tim has coordinated complex, environmentally-sensitive transportation projects with third parties, including Union Pacific Railroad and BNSF Railways.
With many years of civil and transportation project experience, Tim has been involved in design/bid/build and design-build projects in Colorado, Nebraska, California, Wyoming and Kansas, and has directed work including bridges, box culverts, and concrete placement.
Tim and his wife, Jan, are Colorado natives (and big fans of the Broncos and Nuggets) with four children between them, and 14 grandchildren they enjoy spending time with. With four Bernedoodle dogs added to the mix, they are always able to stay entertained and busy.
Tom Saele, P.E.
Estimating/Project Management
Tom Saele has been with Lobato since 2018, and is a skilled estimator and project manager with over 20 years of experience. His time in the industry has given him an in-depth knowledge of what it takes to estimate and manage projects efficiently for numerous agencies and private entities including the Federal Highway Administration, multiple state Departments of Transportation, Union Pacific Railroad, and Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway.
A licensed Professional Engineer, Tom has a Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Colorado and a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Iowa. He is an expert in topics related to bridge deterioration and reliability. His Dedication, Integrity, and the Quality of his work are all well-known when it comes to providing high-quality service and upholding Lobato Construction’s values.
Layne Lohmeier
Estimating/Project Management
Layne Lohmeier joined the Lobato team in 2014, and is a seasoned construction project manager with over 20 years of industry expertise. With a rich background in roles at one of the Top 400 ENR Contractors, he serves as a cornerstone of leadership at Lobato Construction. With a commitment to stability and sustained growth, Layne is dedicated to keeping Lobato Construction at the forefront of the industry.
Holding a Bachelor of Business Administration with a Finance concentration from Colorado Mesa University, Layne oversees complex business and project operations, ensuring efficient, budget-conscious completion of projects. He has managed several environmentally-sensitive projects, and has extensive experience coordinating maintenance of traffic activities, having held positions on Colorado, Texas, and Kansas DOT projects. His work upholds our core values of Integrity, Excellence, and Collaboration, no matter how his responsibilities expand and evolve.
Layne finds joy spending time with his family. Together with his wife, Brittney, and their five children, he values travel, quality family time, and enthusiastically supporting his children in their activities.
Burnae Hanser
Vice President of Sales & Business Development, Precast Division
Burnae Hanser brings over 30 years of proven success in sales leadership and business development, having built and managed relationships with Fortune 500 companies in the highly competitive consumer goods industry. Throughout her career, she has specialized in creating strategic growth plans, launching new products, and securing long-term partnerships with major national and regional accounts.
Now leading sales and business development for Lobato Construction’s precast manufacturing division, Burnae applies her expertise in relationship management, market expansion, and customer-focused solutions to the construction and infrastructure sector. Her ability to identify opportunities, streamline processes, and deliver measurable results translates seamlessly to the precast industry, where precision, quality, and trusted partnerships are critical.
Known for her collaborative approach and results-driven mindset, Burnae is focused on expanding Lobato Construction’s reach within the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and National Precast Concrete Association (NPCA) networks, while building strong connections with contractors, municipalities, and engineering firms.
Anthony Lobato
Project Management
Anthony Lobato has been with Lobato Construction since 2013, and is an operations manager offering over 10 years of experience in managing large-scale heavy highway construction projects. Throughout his career, Anthony has held positions as project engineer, project manager, and operations manager.
Anthony is well-versed with the plans, specifications, and requirements for multiple agencies and private entities including the Federal Highway Administration, multiple state Departments of Transportation, Union Pacific Railroad, Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway. Through his Measured Performance, Dedication, and Work Ethic, he sets an impressive example of Lobato Construction’s Mission.
Anthony enjoys spending time with his wife, Clare, and their three children, enjoying the outdoors of Colorado.
JD Adam
Chief Operations Officer
JD Adam brings over 20 years of construction management experience to his current role at Lobato Construction. After having previously worked in various roles at three of the Top 400 ENR Contractors and leading the launch of an infrastructure division for a Nebraska-based company, he joined Lobato Construction in 2023. His primary role is to oversee operations leading to the successful completion of projects scheduled on time and on budget while upholding the company values of Accountability, Commitment, and Quality. He is also instilling a firm vision for the future of the company to maintain and promote stability while maintaining long-term growth for Lobato Construction.
JD earned his Bachelor of Science in Construction Management at The University of Nebraska – Lincoln. He is an active member of the Construction Industry Advisory Council at the Durham School of Architecture Engineering and Construction.
JD and his wife, Megan, have two boys. JD and Megan enjoy traveling, spending time as a family, and watching their boys play sports.
Laura Torrisi
Controller/CFO
Laura Torrisi joined Lobato Construction in October 2023, and brings over 20 years of construction, financial, and human resources management experience to her position. Her proven track record working with specialty subcontractors and general contractors makes Laura especially skilled in financial planning, reporting, budgeting, and cash management. Laura loves the variety she finds in her day-to-day duties, enjoying the challenging work and the fact that no two days are the same. Her Optimism and Dedication to Quality are shining examples of Lobato’s values.
Laura holds a Masters Degree in Organizational Leadership from Regis University and earned her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Certificate of Construction Management at Colorado State University. She is an active member of the Construction Financial Management Association Colorado Chapter, founding member of the Colorado Vista/Viewpoint Users Group, and recipient of the Rocky Mountain Supplier Diversity Council Nelson Ball Advocate of the Year award for her work with MWBE/DBE suppliers.
In her free time, Laura enjoys traveling, spending time with her family, friends, and senior Brussels Griffon pup Gertrude.
Casper Heuckroth
Safety Manager
With over 15 years in the construction industry, Casper Heuckroth brings a wealth of hands-on experience to his role as Safety Manager. Starting his career as a laborer, Casper’s journey through the industry has been marked by significant milestones including roles as a carpenter, crew leader, and crane operator. His extensive background in various capacities has equipped him with a deep understanding of the industry’s demands and best practices.
Casper has worked on both small and large scale transportation projects, where his dedication to safety has consistently contributed to overall project success. As the Safety Manager, Casper is responsible for developing and implementing all company-wide safety initiatives and programs that ensure a secure and productive work environment for all employees. His approach combines practical experience with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
Casper’s hands-on experience from the ground up informs his work, and he takes immense pride in fostering a culture of safety and excellence. Driven by a passion to be the best in the business, he is dedicated to maintaining the highest safety standards and making a positive impact on every project.
Garett Frank
Equipment Manager
As an experienced Equipment Manager in the construction industry, with previous additional experience in the Agriculture and Automotive industry, Garett brings over 20 years of knowledge in fleet management and overseeing the procurement, maintenance, and optimization of heavy machinery and tools essential for successful project execution. Known for a comprehensive approach to equipment lifecycle management, he ensures operational efficiency, safety compliance, and cost control across diverse construction sites.
Garett attended Colby College in Kansas and Colorado State University before ultimately completing his undergraduate education at Kansas State University. With a strong background in logistics, inventory control, and vendor relations, Garett excels at coordinating with project managers, site supervisors, and technicians to align equipment availability with project requirements and timelines. His hands-on experience with a wide range of construction equipment enables proactive maintenance planning and rapid troubleshooting.
Garett and his wife Tess are the proud parents to four young children, host a menagerie of animals on their farm and enjoy raising show cattle for sale to 4-H and Future Farmers of America members.