Traveling Project Executive - Mission Critical

Shawmut • Full-time • US • 4m ago

Overview

At Shawmut Design and Construction, we take pride in the culture we’ve built as a 100% employee-owned company—one that’s been recognized with more than 100 Best Place to Work awards. We’ve been honored as a National Fortune Best Workplace, a Fortune Best Workplace for Women, Millennials, and Parents, and one of America’s Best Employers by Forbes—along with numerous regional recognitions across our 15 offices nationwide.

Here’s a glimpse into what we offer:

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.

Responsibilities

Shawmut is seeking an experienced Project Executive – Mission Critical to lead large, complex data center and mission‑critical projects ranging from $100M to $500M+. This senior leader oversees client strategy, project execution, contractual and financial performance, and the development of high‑performing teams. The ideal candidate brings deep mission‑critical expertise, strong business acumen, and proven leadership of multidisciplinary project teams in high‑pressure, fast‑paced environments.

Project & Business Leadership

Lead overall project strategy, execution, and performance from preconstruction through closeout.
Oversee budgets, financial controls, scheduling, forecasting, and contract compliance.
Ensure alignment between project delivery, client expectations, and business objectives.

Client, Partner & Stakeholder Engagement

Serve as the senior escalation point for clients, subcontractors, and key partners.
Build and maintain trusted executive‑level client relationships to drive satisfaction and repeat work.
Lead strategic discussions with clients, design partners, and internal leadership.

Risk Management & Issue Resolution

Identify financial, operational, contractual, and relationship risks early.
Develop and implement mitigation and recovery strategies to protect performance and client trust.
Ensure safety, quality, and compliance standards are consistently met.

Team Leadership & Development

Provide senior leadership to Project Managers, Superintendents, and field staff.
Recruit, mentor, develop, and retain top project management talent.
Set clear expectations, support accountability, and reinforce a culture of collaboration and inclusion.

Technical & Operational Excellence

Apply deep knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and mission‑critical systems.
Ensure effective use of construction technologies for project controls and coordination.
Champion safety culture and reinforce “The Shawmut Way” across all teams and job sites.

Qualifications

Experience

15+ years of construction management experience with leadership on large, complex projects.
5+ years of mission‑critical/data center experience, including hyperscale or colocation programs.
Proven track record leading projects valued at $100M–$500M+.

Education

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

Technical & Leadership Skills

Extensive knowledge of all construction phases, trades, sequencing, and field execution.
Strong ability to lead large teams, solve problems quickly, and make sound decisions under pressure.
Expertise in cost control, forecasting, change management, and contract administration.

EEO Information

Eligible candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship or restriction, now and in the future.

Shawmut prohibits discrimination against any staff member or applicant on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, disability, creed, citizenship status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Salary Range Information

Boston Base Salary Range: $200,000- $300,000 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.

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