Work with Shaw
At Shaw Contracting, we know that our people are at the heart of everything we do. Across Tasmania, our teams are building critical infrastructure and contributing to projects that shape communities. Whether you're just starting out, looking to grow your skills, or ready to take the next step in your career there's a place for you at Shaw.
Our People
We're proud of the range of skills and experience that make up the Shaw team, from engineers, project managers and plant operators, to estimators, environmental advisors, and support staff. Our team works together to deliver great outcomes for clients and communities across the state.
Interested in starting your career with Shaw?
We offer hands-on learning, apprenticeships, traineeships, and a civil engineering scholarship to support the next generation of talent. Visit our Early Careers page to find out more about current programs and how to get involved.
Culture and Values
At Shaw, we work as one team. We value safety, integrity, teamwork and responsibility, and we take pride in doing things the right way. Every person at Shaw plays a part in our shared success — and we back each other to grow, improve and embrace change.
Our culture is shaped by our values and lived every day across projects big and small. It's what keeps our people safe, our work high-quality, and our relationships strong.
Current Employment Opportunities
We're always looking for people.
If there are no current vacancies listed, we still encourage you to send us your resume and a brief introduction. Tell us about your skills and interests and we'll keep your details on file and be in touch when something suitable comes up.
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POSITION
Business Development Engineer
Permanent – Full Time position
Build Tasmania's Future with Shaw
Shaw Contracting is seeking a motivated Business Development Engineer to join our Business Development team in Launceston.
This role is ideal for a technically minded engineer who enjoys analysing designs, solving problems, working with data, and completing tender preparation—while still wanting clear pathways into on-site engineering, project delivery and future project management roles.
You'll gain exposure to the entire project lifecycle: from estimating and bidding, through to project commencement planning—giving you a strong foundation for a long-term civil engineering career.
About the Role
As a Business Development Engineer, you will:
* Interpret drawings, specs and scope to support accurate estimating and tender development.
* Contribute engineering insight into methodology, buildability and cost-effective delivery.
* Assist with tender handover and support project teams during job commencement.
* Work closely with the Tender Manager and Business Development Manager to help secure new work.
* Use modern digital tools (Excel, AI tools, PowerPoint/Canva/InDesign) to create high-quality technical content, visuals and analysis.
* Build foundational relationships with engineers, subcontractors, suppliers and delivery teams.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an early career engineer who wants to broaden their skillset beyond traditional field roles, gain valuable commercial experience, and develop into a well-rounded civil professional.
Why Join Shaw?
We offer an environment focused on growing new talent, with genuine opportunities to build your engineering career.
What You'll Gain?
Defined development pathway from Business Development Estimating Site Engineering Project Engineering
* Project Management
* Exposure to office-based technical work and field-based project operations into the future
* Training in estimating, digital tools, tender planning and engineering fundamentals
* Supportive leadership and mentorship from experienced tender and project delivery teams
* Opportunities to work across road, civil, dam, irrigation and mining projects across Tasmania
* 5 weeks annual leave
* Competitive salary aligned with early-career engineers
* Permanent, full-time role based in Launceston
What We're Looking For
* Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (or related discipline)
* 2–5 years' post-graduation experience (graduates encouraged to apply)
* Strong analytical skills and interest in cost modelling, drawings, methodology and problem solving
* Curiosity and willingness to learn estimating, digital tools and business development processes
* Confident communication and teamwork skills
* The ability to manage competing priorities during tender deadlines
* White Card and driver's licence
Build Your Career With Us
If you're a motivated engineering graduate looking for a career that blends technical expertise with commercial and project delivery skills, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and help Shaw Contracting continue to build Tasmania's future
Submit your resume and cover letter via Seek: pleaseclick HERE
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Applications close the 7th of January 2026