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 construction (including mission critical)
  • 5+ years of experience with hyperscale or colocation data centers
  • Demonstrated success in executing fast-track technical projects
  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems in mission critical facilities

Responsibilities

  • Lead field operations on large mission-critical data center projects ($25M - $100M)
  • Supervise subcontractors and craft labor to ensure safety and quality
  • Drive fast-track project delivery adhering to safety and schedule standards
  • Apply knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems for operational coordination
  • Manage site logistics, including material delivery and vendor integration
  • Develop detailed field schedules for effective work sequencing
  • Mentor Assistant Superintendents and foster team collaboration

Benefits

  • Travel flexibility with opportunity for nationwide projects
  • Opportunity for professional development and mentorship
  • Engagement with technically complex and large-scale projects
  • Environment fostering teamwork and accountability
  • Potential relocation support for project needs
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 missioncritical data center projects valued between $25M and $100M.
  • Supervise subcontractors, craft labor, and trade partners to ensure safe, highquality execution.
  • Drive fasttrack project delivery while maintaining strict safety, quality, and schedule standards.

Technical & Operational Coordination

  • Apply strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems within missioncritical facilities.
  • Coordinate daily work activities with master schedules, shortinterval lookaheads, 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 missioncritical construction.
  • Minimum 5+ years leading hyperscale and/or colocation data center projects.
  • Proven success executing highly technical, fasttrack industrial projects.

Education

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

Technical & Leadership Skills

  • Strong working knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems in missioncritical environments.
  • Ability to lead and coordinate multiple trade partners effectively.
  • Excellent planning, scheduling, communication, and teamleadership 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 - $203,000Placement 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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