CMST Program 2027

About the role

We are looking for recent college graduates to be part of our Construction Management Skills Training (CMST) Program. This unique training program encompasses a thirty‑six month long rotation in the main areas of construction management: Project Management, Site Supervision, and Estimating. At the end of this intense on‑the‑job program, trainees graduate and continue their careers dedicated to the role of Assistant Project Manager, Assistant Superintendent, or Assistant Estimator with an understanding of the entire life cycle of a job.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the proper tools are in place to begin a project
• Ensure all documents and materials are maintained throughout a project
• Assist with financial management of a project
• Assist with the punch list process by coordinating with necessary parties, tracking all items, and distributing lists to all parties
• Determine constructability of a project
• Secure government licenses to start a job
• Confirm materials and methods as specified by project documents
• Ensure projects are delivered the Shawmut way
• Track and manage subcontractor changes and extra work
• Keep project plans current and highlight changes
• Ensure that proper documentation is in place prior to the beginning of the estimating process
• Find all necessary information regarding the job to produce a quality estimate
• Ensure that the best bids are obtained for each trade based on project needs, and create quantity take-offs for all applicable divisions/trades, beginning with the creation of an accurate list of all trades affected
• Assist in the presentation of information and proposals

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent military experience required
• A degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Building Construction, Mechanical Engineering, etc. (these are the most relevant majors; no specific major is required)
• Co‑op or internship experience in construction strongly preferred
• Strong communication 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

Pay

Providence Base Salary Range: $81,000. The range stated is specific to Providence, RI. 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.