CMST Program

Shawmut Design and Construction; New York (NY); On-site; USD 72,900 - 89,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

ESOP—employee ownership

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Shawmut Design and Construction is seeking recent graduates to join our Construction Management Skills Training (CMST) program. This 36‑month rotation covers Project Management, Site Supervision, and Estimating, preparing you for roles like Assistant Project Manager, Assistant Superintendent, or Assistant Estimator with full lifecycle exposure.

Participants will learn by doing, with hands-on experience in managing project tools, documentation, and financial aspects, while advancing through a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Building Construction, Mechanical Engineering, etc. (no specific major required).
• Co-op or internship experience in construction strongly preferred.
• Strong communication skills across teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Participation in the Construction Management Skills Training (CMST) program for 36 months across Project Management, Site Supervision, and Estimating.
• Assist with project documentation, financial management, and scheduling throughout projects.
• Support site supervision tasks including coordination with subcontractors and tracking changes.
• Contribute to estimating tasks and preparation of bids with accurate quantity take-offs.

Skills

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

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 than100 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

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.

Project Management

• 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

Site Supervision

• 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

Estimating

• 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

• Bachelors degree or equivalent military experience required.
  • A degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Building Construction, MechanicalEngineering, etc.*There are no specific major requirements, however these are the most relevant.
• Co-op or internship experience in construction strongly preferred.
• Strong communication skills

EEO Information

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

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to offer sponsorship.

Salary Range Information

NYC Base Salary: $81,000 The range stated is specific to New York City. 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.