Traveling Project Manager – Mission Critical

Shawmut Design and Construction is a 100% employee-owned company recognized for its workplace culture. They are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead large-scale, technically complex data center projects across the United States, overseeing all aspects of project delivery including budget, scheduling, and stakeholder coordination.

Responsibilities:

• Manage mission‑critical construction projects valued between $25M and $100M from preconstruction through completion
• Maintain responsibility for overall project performance, including schedule, budget, safety, and quality
• Lead key project meetings, including OAC, progress meetings, and monthly project reviews
• Participate in project budgeting and develop monthly cost and margin forecasts
• Monitor project costs, identify variances, and proactively address financial risks
• Manage owner and subcontractor pay applications and administer change management processes
• Communicate clearly and consistently with owners, subcontractors, design teams, vendors, and field leadership
• Review and approve shop drawings, submittals, and material samples to ensure compliance
• Build and maintain strong relationships across diverse teams and organizational levels
• Provide clear direction, decisive problem‑solving, and consistent communication across large project teams
• Mentor and manage Assistant Project Managers to support their development
• Partner closely with the Superintendent to align field and project management priorities

Requirements:

• Minimum 5+ years of experience as a Project Manager in construction
• At least 3+ years managing hyperscale and/or colocation data center projects
• Proven track record delivering complex projects between $25M and $100M
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field; equivalent experience considered
• 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
• Ability to temporarily relocate to project sites when project needs require
• 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