Jobs · Engineering · Massachusetts

Traveling Superintendent – Mission Critical

Shawmut Design and Construction · Boston, MA · 1 mo ago
Engineering$130k–$203k/yrFull-time

Responsibilities

  • Lead daily field operations on mission‑critical data center projects valued between $25M and $100M.
  • Supervise subcontractors, craft labor, and trade partners to ensure safe, high‑quality execution.
  • Drive fast‑track project delivery while maintaining strict safety, quality, and schedule standards.
  • Apply strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems within mission‑critical facilities.
  • Cook up daily work activities with master schedules, short‑interval look‑aheads, and logistics plans.
  • Manage site logistics, including material deliveries and OFCI/CFCI vendor integration.
  • 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.
  • 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

  • 7+ years as a Superintendent in commercial, industrial, or mission‑critical construction.
  • Minimum 5+ years leading hyperscale and/or colocation data center projects.
  • Proven success executing highly technical, fast‑track industrial projects.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
  • Strong working knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems in mission‑critical environments.
  • Ability to lead and coordinate multiple trade partners effectively.
  • Excellent planning, scheduling, communication, and team‑leadership skills.

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