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Interested in a career where your efforts directly shape how people live, learn, heal, and work? As a Project Engineer at Shook Construction, you’ll be a key player in bringing projects to life. From delivering clean water to building facilities that are the backbone of our communities, your work will make a real difference. You’ll solve problems, coordinate details, and ensure quality every step of the way. Project Engineers support the overall management and direction of one or more projects, working closely with trade partners and keeping an eye on the schedule and costs, making adjustments when needed. You’ll help drive project performance by contributing to estimating and purchasing. Collaboration is key in this role, as you’ll build strong relationships with clients, teammates, and industry partners, as well as mentor rising team members.

Why Join Shook

At Shook Construction, we believe in building more than just structures. For 100 years, we have built up people, careers, and communities. We’re a team that knows how to work hard, win together, and have fun along the way. You’ll find a collaborative, supportive culture; purposeful work; competitive pay and benefits; and real opportunities for career growth at a company that lives its Core Values (Passionate, Authentic, Curious, Empowering). And because giving back is central to who we are, you’ll have the chance to make a meaningful impact through community service and our Mission, “To Dramatically Improve the Communities We Serve.”

Benefits That Make a Difference

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

Healthcare, vision, and dental plans

Robust wellness program

Retirement savings program

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

What You’ll Do

Operational Excellence

• Lead day-to-day project coordination to keep work moving smoothly.
• Support site planning.
• Update schedules and coordinate with trade partners to ensure teams are aligned and on track.
• Manage document control activities to ensure timely and accurate handling of RFIs, submittals, change orders, and more.
• Procure materials and coordinate their logistics/management.
• Perform onsite quality control checks to verify work meets project standards.
• Implement onsite safety plan in line with Shook’s safety culture.
• Support project budget development and maintenance, with responsibilities that include managing pay applications and invoice tracking and approval.
• Oversee startup and commissioning to ensure systems operate as intended.
• Leads project closeout efforts, ensuring all documentation, turnover items, and final requirements complete.
• Mentor and be a resource to Co-Ops/Interns

Physical and Work Expectations

• Driving to job sites, offices, client locations, and other work-related sites.
• Light or low amount of physical exertion.
• Overtime work as assigned.
• Travel overnight as required.
• Ability to work in environments that may be cold, hot, dusty, or loud.
• Compliance with all company policies and procedures, including safety.

What You’ll Bring

• 1-3 years of construction experience preferred.

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or similar. Or equivalent experience.
• Strong analytical thinking and problemsolving abilities.
• Clear, concise communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Willingness to represent Shook at career fairs and recruitment events.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to build strong relationships with clients and fellow teammates.

Computer Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Outlook required.
• Primavera/Oracle scheduling, Sage Timberline, AutoCAD, and Viewpoint are a plus.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record. Motor vehicle report required.
• LEED, PE, and ICRA/Healthcare Construction Certificates are a plus.

Ready to take the next step? Apply today and join a team that values its people, supports its communities, and has its sights set on another 100 years of success.

About Shook Construction
Founded in 1926, Shook Construction has a rich history of providing commercial construction expertise. Shook is recognized as a leader throughout the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions for its strength in traditional construction methods and its innovative approach to cutting-edge technologies and delivery systems. With a workforce of over 500 team members, Shook operates offices in Indiana, Ohio, and North Carolina.