Core Values
Service
To serve our private and public clients with designs that benefit the overall community.
Communication
Effective communication with clients, project teams and stakeholders to ensure project deadlines are met and cost efficiency is maintained.
Relationships
Fostering and maintaining long-lasting relationships built upon trust and respect.
CRAIG BARNES, PE
President and Chief Executive Officer
Craig serves as the President, CEO and co-founder of Shield Engineering Group. With over 30 years of experience in civil engineering, Craig brings a wealth of expertise to both public and private projects, ranging from infrastructure to residential and commercial developments. He earned his Civil Engineering degree from Texas Tech University and his MBA from Texas Christian University, equipping him with both the technical skills and the business acumen to deliver superior results for clients.
Craig’s leadership is characterized by his ability to navigate complex challenges, foster lasting relationships and drive the success of projects across North Texas. He is actively involved in professional organizations, such as the American Council of Engineering Companies and the Greater Fort Worth Builders Association and regularly contributes to the broader engineering and real estate communities.
JEAN-MARIE ALEXANDER, PE
Chief Operations Officer
Jean-Marie is the COO and co-founder of Shield Engineering Group, specializing in managing civil engineering projects for public clients. With a Civil Engineering degree from the University of Texas at Arlington and over 25 years of experience in the civil engineering sector, Jean-Marie has a track record of managing complex projects, from public infrastructure improvements and residential developments to municipal parks and storm drain systems.
Jean-Marie’s keen eye for design detail has proven herself to be an efficient and effective team leader, focusing on quality control and cost-effective solutions while ensuring projects meet her rigorous standards. She serves on the ACEC Texas Board of Directors and contributes to the Fort Worth Central City Channel Bypass project as a Stormwater Project Manager for the City of Fort Worth.
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RYAN HILL, PE, CFM
Executive Vice President
Ryan serves as the EVP at Shield Engineering Group, bringing over 18 years of experience of expertise in civil engineering and land development within the DFW area to Shield’s leadership team. With credentials as a Registered Professional Engineer and Certified Floodplain Manager, Ryan’s background highlights the breadth and depth of project knowledge including drainage, floodplain management and capital improvements. As testament to his commitments and leadership, Ryan was recognized as Fort Worth 40 Under 40 award recipient by the Fort Worth Business Press in 2021.
Ryan holds an MBA from the University of Texas at Arlington, which enhances his ability to communicate effectively with project stakeholders and allows him to offer valuable engineering insights to clients. He plays a pivotal role in navigating projects from start to finish, fostering collaborations with utility commissions and other regulatory bodies to maximize project success.
Shield Engineering Group promotes a culture of integrity, diversity, mentorship employee growth and flexibility. We pride ourselves in having a tremendous group of talented and motivated employees who deliver the highest quality product to our clients. We also encourage an open work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our goal is to provide a positive work environment where individuals can thrive in a team setting. Shield Engineering Group is committed to hiring professionals who are motivated by excellence and have the desire to build lasting relationships.
To find out more about available positions, visit our careers page or email [email protected].
For the third year in a row, Zweig Group awarded Shield one of the Best Firms To Work For Award. This award is the largest employee survey in the AEC Industry, which honors workplaces based off culture, workplace practices, employee retention, professional development and more.
In 2022, Shield received the honor of being named one of the Best Companies to Work For in Fort Worth. Each year, Fort Worth Inc. prepares a contest which is run and judged by Workforce Research Group, who analyzes companies to find which has the best work environment according to the employees.
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