Project Engineer

Shimmick • Austin, TX

13h • Onsite

About The Position

Shimmick is seeking a highly talented Project Engineer to be based in Austin, TX in support of heavy civil infrastructure projects in the region. At Shimmick, we are problem solvers, creative thinkers, and innovators. We approach each project with fresh ideas and big thinking in pursuit of better answers, better outcomes, and better experiences for our clients. We are resourceful, nimble, and resilient, working hard together and with clients to deliver high-quality projects that are on time, on budget, and beyond expectations. Shimmick’s National Division operates throughout the central and eastern U.S., with a decades-long history of delivering successful transportation, transit, mining infrastructure, and water resources projects. This division has delivered over $5 billion in work for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, primarily in the water resources sector, and is currently delivering the $260 million Gilcrease Expressway project in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field + 6 years of heavy civil construction experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in heavy civil construction projects (rail/transit, water/wastewater, bridges, etc.) in Texas.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing day-to-day project activities and field operations.
• Review drawings, specifications, and submittals for accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare and track RFIs, change orders, and other project documentation.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and field crews.
• Support cost control, scheduling, and quality assurance efforts.
• Ensure safety and environmental compliance on-site.
• Facilitate effective communication among project stakeholders.

Benefits

• comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future.
• multiple medical plans, including a $0 premium option, with dental, vision, and HSA options available.
• 100% employer-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan with a company match.
• paid time off program includes paid holidays, and Volunteer Time Off in addition to PTO days.
• flexible spending accounts, and voluntary coverages such as pet insurance, legal, and identity theft protection.
• These benefits are available to all employees working more than 20 hours per week.
• Employees working less than 20 hours per week are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage as well as EAP services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees