Traveling Senior Project Manager – Mission Critical

Shawmut Design and Construction is a 100% employee-owned construction company with a growing Mission Critical business unit. The Senior Project Manager will lead large-scale, technically complex data center projects from preconstruction through closeout, with accountability for delivery, safety, quality, schedule, cost, financial performance, and client satisfaction. The role will manage contracts, budgets, teams, staffing, client relationships, and project execution while traveling regularly to project sites across the United States.

Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary point of responsibility and accountability for assigned projects, representing Shawmut to clients, partners, and stakeholders
• Lead all project management functions from preconstruction through closeout, providing direct oversight, leadership, and mentorship to Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers
• Manage all contractual aspects of projects, including procurement strategy, contract negotiation and execution, change management, and risk mitigation
• Develop project forecasts, prepare budget projections, and ensure cost control within approved financial parameters
• Prepare, review, and approve project and business documentation—including contracts, proposals, change orders, correspondence, and execution strategies—to support sound business practices and appropriate legal protection
• Oversee project billing and cash flow while maintaining a clear, accurate understanding of job costs and overall financial performance
• Demonstrate expert knowledge of cost-reimbursable and GMP contract delivery, including cost-of-work definitions, billable rates, GMP controls, and change management processes
• Lead client meetings and guide contract development through GMP execution, building and maintaining strong, professional relationships with clients, subcontractors, and vendors
• Provide leadership and coordination across internal departments, including Engineering, Purchasing, Accounting, Construction, and Service, to ensure timely and effective project execution
• Consult regularly with senior leadership to align project strategy, performance, and resource planning with company objectives
• Actively participate in project management meetings, contributing to planning, performance reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Coordinate and deploy staffing resources across departments as needed, managing and supervising all assigned personnel to achieve project goals and contractual requirements
• Mentor, coach, and develop team members while actively supporting recruiting, training, and succession planning initiatives to drive long-term team and organizational growth

Requirements:

• Minimum 10+ years of experience in construction or management
• At least 5+ years managing hyperscale and/or colocation data center projects
• Proven track record delivering complex projects between $25M and $100M
• Strong understanding of construction phases, MEP systems, project sequencing, and mission‑critical requirements
• Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills
• Ability to lead teams, manage multiple priorities, and make effective decisions in fast‑paced environments
• Must be willing and able to travel regularly to project sites across the United States
• Comfortable working in a national delivery model with multi‑region project teams
• Eligible candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship or restriction, now and in the future
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field; equivalent experience considered