Infrastructure and Integrity for Life

Building the Backbone of the Heartland.

This is our home. From I-57 expansion to the bridges connecting our commerce, E.T. Simonds has been delivering precision-engineered infrastructure that has fueled our region’s economic growth for over 80 years. We’re proud our legacy serves as a foundation for the communities of Southern Illinois—today and for generations to come.

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UNMATCHED
PRECISION.
UNWAVERING
INTEGRITY.

In large-scale development, there’s no room for error. We combine technological accuracy with eight decades of operational excellence to deliver high-quality results and eliminate risk. Trust the steady hand of a partner committed to precision, safety, and integrity on every project.

EXPLORE OUR PROJECTS

TAKING CARE OF
OUR EMPLOYEES AND THEIR LOVED ONES.

We care for our employees at work and at home. From the job site to everyday life, we support the people behind the work, because strong teams build strong communities.

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BE PART OF SOMETHING BIGGER  THAN YOU EVER DREAMED YOU’D HELP CREATE.

Our employees construct the long-lasting, precise infrastructure that supports Southern Illinois. The legacy under our boots is built with stone and steel.

DISCOVER OUR IMPACT

BUILD YOUR FUTURE WITH A COMPANY THAT INVESTS IN YOU.

At E.T. Simonds, we build careers, not just roads. Since 1946, our founders Eugene and Emma Simonds have been taking care of our own, from championing women in field leadership to investing in our team with 100% paid benefits and college tuition support.

We combine Southern Illinois’ most advanced construction technology with a culture that truly puts people first.

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PRIDE IN OUR WORK, OUR EMPLOYEES, AND OUR COMMUNITY SINCE 1946.

BUILDING STRONGER ROADS, BRIDGES, AND COMMUNITIES ACROSS SOUTHERN ILLINOIS.

GENERATIONS OF CRAFTSMANSHIP, COMMITMENT, AND HEARTLAND PRIDE.

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“E.T. Simonds is a very
family-oriented, very loving company.
They put me through college.
I feel like E.T. Simonds invested in me.
I’m so proud of myself.
My kids are proud of me.”

Cindy Edwards

First Female Supervisor
at E.T. Simonds

“This company gave me a place
to grow, learn, and build a future.
The people here care about the work,
but they also care about each other.”

Team Member

Employee Story
at E.T. Simonds

“There is pride in the work we do.
Every project matters because
we are building for our communities,
our families, and the future.”

E.T. Simonds Employee

Employee Stories
and Reviews

Employee
Stories
and Reviews

Infrastructure and Integrity for Life

Building the Backbone of the Heartland.

UNMATCHEDPRECISION.UNWAVERINGINTEGRITY.

TAKING CARE OF OUR EMPLOYEES AND THEIR LOVED ONES.

BE PART OF SOMETHING BIGGER THAN YOU EVER DREAMED YOU’D HELP CREATE.

BUILD YOUR FUTURE WITH A COMPANY THAT INVESTS IN YOU.

PRIDE IN OUR WORK, OUR EMPLOYEES, AND OUR COMMUNITY SINCE 1946.

BUILDING STRONGER ROADS, BRIDGES, AND COMMUNITIES ACROSS SOUTHERN ILLINOIS.

GENERATIONS OF CRAFTSMANSHIP, COMMITMENT, AND HEARTLAND PRIDE.

Cindy Edwards

Team Member

E.T. Simonds Employee

UNMATCHED
PRECISION.
UNWAVERING
INTEGRITY.

TAKING CARE OF
OUR EMPLOYEES AND THEIR LOVED ONES.

BE PART OF SOMETHING BIGGER  THAN YOU EVER DREAMED YOU’D HELP CREATE.