Shawmut Design and Construction

Traveling Superintendent – Mission Critical

Shawmut Design and Construction$130K — $203K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years as a Superintendent in commercial, industrial, or mission-critical construction.
  • 5+ years leading hyperscale and/or colocation data center projects.
  • Experience executing highly technical, fast-track industrial projects.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
  • Strong working knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems in mission-critical environments.

Responsibilities

  • Lead daily field operations on data center projects valued between $25M and $100M.
  • Supervise subcontractors and craft labor for safe, high-quality execution.
  • Drive fast-track project delivery while maintaining safety, quality, and schedule.
  • Apply strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems within facilities.
  • Coordinate daily activities with master schedules and logistics plans.
  • Develop and maintain detailed field schedules for proper sequencing of work.
  • Mentor Assistant Superintendents and collaborate with project teams.

Benefits

  • Travel opportunities with flexibility to work across the U.S.
  • Support for professional development and mentoring within the team.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

Shawmut is expanding its Mission Critical business unit and seeking a highly skilled Superintendent – Mission Critical to lead field operations on large scale, technically complex data center projects. This role requires significant travel and can be based anywhere in the United States, as project work spans multiple regions and may require long term on site presence. The Superintendent provides on site leadership for fast track construction, driving safety, quality, schedule performance, and robust trade coordination on mission critical builds.

 

Key Responsibilities

Field Leadership & Execution

  • Lead daily field operations on mission‑critical data center projects valued between $25M and $100M.
  • Supervise subcontractors, craft labor, and trade partners to ensure safe, high‑quality execution.
  • Drive fast‑track project delivery while maintaining strict safety, quality, and schedule standards.

Technical & Operational Coordination

  • Apply strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems within mission‑critical facilities.
  • Coordinate daily work activities with master schedules, short‑interval look‑aheads, and logistics plans.
  • Manage site logistics, including material deliveries and OFCI/CFCI vendor integration.

Planning, Documentation & Compliance

  • Develop and maintain detailed field schedules to ensure proper sequencing of work.
  • Ensure work complies with drawings, specifications, codes, and contract requirements.
  • Maintain accurate documentation including daily reports, safety logs, and quality records.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

  • Mentor and manage Assistant Superintendents to support their development and performance.
  • Collaborate effectively with Project Managers, design teams, inspectors, vendors, and field staff.
  • Build strong relationships across diverse teams while reinforcing accountability and results.
Qualifications

 

Experience

  • 7+ years as a Superintendent in commercial, industrial, or mission‑critical construction.
  • Minimum 5+ years leading hyperscale and/or colocation data center projects.
  • Proven success executing highly technical, fast‑track industrial projects.

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field; equivalent experience considered.

Technical & Leadership Skills

  • Strong working knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems in mission‑critical environments.
  • Ability to lead and coordinate multiple trade partners effectively.
  • Excellent planning, scheduling, communication, and team‑leadership skills.

Travel Requirement

  • Must be willing and able to travel more than 50% of the time, including extended stays at project sites.
  • Ability to relocate temporarily as needed based on project demands.
  • Comfortable working in multiple regions across the United States.
Salary Range Information

U.S. Base Salary Range: $130,000 - $203,000  Placement within the listed range depends on many factors including, but not limited to geographic location, years of experience, project size capability (for Construction & Field roles) and internal company equity.

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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