Traveling General Superintendent - Mission Critical

Shawmut • ,

21d • $175,000 - $320,000

About The Position

Shawmut Design and Construction is hiring a Traveling General Superintendent to provide senior operational leadership on large, complex mission-critical projects. The role leads multidisciplinary field teams throughout project delivery, with a focus on safety, quality, schedule, cost control, reliability, staff development, and client satisfaction. It involves fast-track, MEP-intensive mission-critical construction, including advanced electrical and mechanical systems, redundancy strategies, BMS/EPMS, and mission-critical infrastructure. The superintendent also oversees BIM coordination, site logistics, crane operations, constrained-site execution, scheduling, risk management, financial controls, contract and change management, and coordination with clients and project partners. The position represents Shawmut’s mission-critical capabilities with clients and at industry events. A bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is preferred; equivalent experience is considered. Eligible candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship or restriction, now and in the future.

Requirements

• 15 or more years of construction experience with a strong operational background.
• 5 or more years of mission-critical or data center construction experience.
• Proven success delivering fast-track, MEP-intensive hyperscale projects valued at $100 million to $500 million or more.
• Advanced understanding of electrical and 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.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship or restriction, now and in the future.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Provide senior leadership across all phases of large, complex mission-critical projects, aligning 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 emphasis on safety, quality, schedule, cost control, and reliability.
• Apply 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 and 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 and represent 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.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• 401(k) with company match up to 4% of eligible pay.
• Paid vacation and sick time, 12 holidays, summer Fridays, and a yearly volunteer day.
• Cell phone and laptop.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Pet insurance.
• Financial planning services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior