Shawmut Design and Construction · 10 hours ago
General Superintendent - Mission Critical
Boston, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$175K/yr - $320K/yr
15+ years expShawmut Design and Construction is a 100% employee-owned company recognized with numerous awards for its workplace culture. The General Superintendent will provide leadership across mission-critical projects, ensuring operational standards are met while managing multidisciplinary teams and financial performance.
Construction
No H1B
Responsibilities
Provide senior leadership across all phases of large, complex mission‑critical 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
Lead fast‑track 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 mission‑critical infrastructure
Oversee BIM coordination, site logistics, crane operations, and constrained‑site execution
Enforce LOTO and FOD protocols and uphold mission‑critical safety practices
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
Partner with leadership to develop project strategies that secure work and drive financial performance
Support budgeting, subcontractor selection, and project setup to align with mission‑critical goals
Oversee financial controls, reporting, change management, and recovery of underperforming work
Build and maintain strong client relationships, representing Shawmut’s mission‑critical 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 mission‑critical industry events
Qualification
Required
15+ years of construction experience with a strong operational background
5+ years of mission‑critical/data center experience, including hyperscale or colocation programs
Proven success delivering $100M–$500M fast‑track, MEP‑intensive projects
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; equivalent experience considered
Advanced understanding of electrical/mechanical systems, power infrastructure, BIM, redundancy strategies, and mission‑critical 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, relationship‑building, and executive‑level client engagement skills
Benefits
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – Be an employee-owner!
401(K) with Company Match – Receive a company match up to 4% of your eligible pay.
Generous Paid Time Off – vacation and sick time, 12 holidays, summer Fridays, and a yearly volunteer day.
The Extras – Cell phone, laptop, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance, financial planning services, and more.
Company
Shawmut Design and Construction
At Shawmut Design and Construction, we promise our clients a better building experience.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Reza Amirkhalili
Chief Operating Officer
Bianca Terenzi, MBA
Human Resources Business Partner
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