Shawmut Design and Construction

Traveling General Superintendent - Mission Critical

Shawmut Design and Construction • $175K — $320K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Real Estate & Construction
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 15+ years of construction experience with a strong operational background.
  • 5+ years of mission-critical/data center construction experience, successfully delivering fast-track, MEP-intensive projects valued at $100M-$500M+.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
  • Advanced understanding of electrical and mechanical systems, power infrastructure, BIM, and redundancy strategies.
  • Strong skills in sequencing, P6 scheduling, pull planning, and complex logistics.
  • Ability to lead large teams and make sound decisions under pressure.
  • Excellent communication and executive-level client engagement skills.

Responsibilities

  • Provide senior leadership across all phases of complex mission-critical projects.
  • Lead multidisciplinary field teams with clear communication and direction.
  • Support talent development and performance of field staff.
  • Lead fast-track project delivery focusing on safety, quality, and cost control.
  • Apply advanced technical expertise in mission-critical infrastructure.
  • Oversee BIM coordination and site logistics for constrained-site execution.
  • Identify risks early and develop recovery plans to protect schedule and profitability.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead large-scale, impactful projects in the mission-critical sector.
  • Access to professional development and mentorship programs.
  • Engagement with industry leaders and representation at key events.
  • Collaborative work environment with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Focus on safety and quality in project execution.
Full Job Description
Overview

Responsibilities

Leadership & Operational Oversight

  • Provide senior leadership across all phases of large, complex missioncritical projects, ensuring alignment with business and field operations standards.
  • Lead multidisciplinary field teams with clear communication and consistent direction.
  • Support talent development, retention, and performance of field staff.

Mission Critical Execution

  • Lead fasttrack project delivery with a focus on safety, quality, schedule, cost control, and reliability.
  • Apply advanced technical expertise in electrical and mechanical systems, redundancy strategies, BMS/EPMS, and missioncritical infrastructure.
  • Oversee BIM coordination, site logistics, crane operations, and constrainedsite execution.
  • Enforce LOTO and FOD protocols and uphold missioncritical safety practices.

Planning, Scheduling & Risk Management

  • Lead pull planning, P6 scheduling, sequencing, phasing, and logistics strategy.
  • Identify risks early and develop recovery plans to protect schedule, profitability, and client satisfaction.
  • Ensure compliance with local/state regulations, AHJ requirements, and commissioning standards.

Financial & Contract Management

  • Partner with leadership to develop project strategies that secure work and drive financial performance.
  • Support budgeting, subcontractor selection, and project setup to align with missioncritical goals.
  • Oversee financial controls, reporting, change management, and recovery of underperforming work.

Client, Industry & Team Development

  • Build and maintain strong client relationships, representing Shawmuts missioncritical capabilities.
  • Promote collaborative relationships with designers, consultants, subcontractors, and vendors.
  • Mentor and develop field teams through coaching, performance management, and goal setting.
  • Represent Shawmut at missioncritical industry events.
Qualifications

Experience

  • 15+ years of construction experience with a strong operational background.
  • 5+ years of mission-critical/data center construction experience, with proven success delivering fast-track, MEP-intensive hyperscale projects valued at $100M$500M+.

Education

  • Bachelors degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; equivalent experience considered.

Technical & Leadership Skills

  • Advanced understanding of electrical/mechanical systems, power infrastructure, BIM, redundancy strategies, and missioncritical platforms.
  • Strong skills in sequencing, P6 scheduling, pull planning, and complex logistics.
  • Ability to lead large teams, solve problems quickly, and make sound decisions under pressure.
  • Excellent communication, relationshipbuilding, and executivelevel client engagement skills.
Salary Range Information

Boston Base Salary Range: $175,000- $320,000 The range stated is specific to Boston. Placement within the listed range depends on many factors including, but not limited to years of experience, project size capability (for Construction & Field roles) and internal company equity.

Candidates in other geographic markets will also be considered; compensation ranges for those locations may vary based on local market conditions and cost of labor.

About Shawmut Design and Construction

Shawmut Design and Construction is a construction management firm that specializes in building high-end commercial, institutional, and residential projects. The company was founded in 1982 and has since grown to become one of the largest construction firms in the United States. Shawmut Design and Construction has completed projects for a wide range of clients, including luxury retailers, universities, and hospitals. The company is known for its attention to detail and commitment to quality. Shawmut Design and Construction has over 1500 employees and operates offices in Boston, New York, Miami, Las Vegas, and Los Angeles.
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