Director of Finance
Shawmut Design And Construction
Directs and standardizes New England project accounting and finance operations.
22 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Boston, MA
Office Full-Time
Company Size
1,100 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Architecture
Property Development
Design
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Education
Commercial
Retail
Hospitality
Sports Venues
Cultural
Historic Landmarks
Life Sciences
Role
What you would be doing
scenario planning
due diligence
contract review
forecasting
process sops
risk management
- Lead scenario planning and sensitivity analyses to support strategic decision-making and optimize financial outcomes at both project and enterprise levels.
- Collaborate with Regional Controllers to conduct thorough financial due diligence on clients, supporting prequalification and contract negotiation.
- Partner with legal and project teams to review client and subcontractor contracts for commercial terms, risk exposure, and financial alignment.
- Oversee CTC forecasting and reporting processes, ensuring reliable projections and alignment with project execution and financial goals.
- Drive consistency in project accounting standard operating procedures (SOPs) to streamline processes, reduce risk, and enhance accuracy across national operations.
- Guide subcontractor prequalification processes and serve as an escalation point for payment issues, ensuring compliance, fairness, and financial integrity.
- Provide leadership and oversight across all project accounting activities, ensuring accurate financial tracking, compliance, and reporting across all regions.
- Proactively identify, assess, and report on project financial and operational risks, partnering with project teams and executive leadership to ensure appropriate mitigation strategies.
What you bring
project accounting
construction
mba/cpa
10+ years
leadership
matrixed
- Strong background in business partnerships with understanding of how to integrate operations and finance for strategic impact.
- Education : Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (MBA or CPA preferred).
- A savvy and effective leader with the ability to manage cross-functional teams, influence stakeholders, and drive process improvements across a decentralized structure.
- Demonstrated experience supporting growth in a company scaling from mid-size to large enterprise operations.
- Experience : 10+ years of progressive experience in project accounting, financial operations, or business operations roles.
- Experience in the construction industry required.
- Experience working in a matrixed or multi-regional or multi-divisional organization.
- Proven experience managing and scaling project accounting and business operations functions in a construction-related environment.
- Deep understanding of the construction industry—ideally from a general contractor (GC) with self-perform capabilities, a self-perform contractor, or a large specialty subcontractor.
- Strong expertise in project accounting.
- 401(K) with Company Match – Receive a company match up to 4% of your eligible pay.
- Please note : this position works out of our Boston office 3x per week, with the option to work from home 2x per week.
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
- 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.
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – Be an employee-owner!
Information not given or found
Interview process
Information not given or found
Visa SponsorshipInformation not given or found
Security clearanceInformation not given or found
People also searched
Financial & Accounting Admin Jobs in Boston United StatesAccounting Clerk Jobs in Boston United StatesEstimator Jobs in Boston United StatesFinancial Controller Jobs in Boston United StatesAccounts Payable Jobs in Boston United StatesCommercial Director Jobs in Boston United StatesAccounts Receivable Jobs in Boston United StatesCost Engineer Jobs in Boston United States
Company
Overview
Founded 1982
Company Origin
Began as a small carpentry contractor and grew into a national firm.
$900M to $1B Revenue
Revenue Growth
Annual revenue grew significantly from 2008 to recent years.
11 US Offices
National Presence
Expanded to operate across the United States with 11 locations.
150+ Worksites
Active Projects
Current projects utilize cutting-edge technology for safety and efficiency.
- Carved a niche taking on fast‑track, technically complex projects that larger firms often avoid.
- Typical projects span academia, healthcare & science, hotels, retail, restaurants, life sciences and cultural restoration.
- Signature builds include the InterContinental New York Barclay Hotel, Park Avenue Synagogue, UCLA Nimoy Theater and UMass Chan Medical School.
- Employee‑owned and craft‑focused, leveraging deep in‑house expertise for sophisticated work.
- Maintains agility and a reputation for creative problem‑solving under tight schedules.
- We embrace a culture of innovation, collaboration, and commitment to delivering the highest level of service.
- We are dedicated to creating a positive, safe, and inclusive work environment.
- Integrity is at the core of everything we do, from the quality of our work to the way we treat our clients, partners, and employees.
- We value teamwork, empowering our employees to take ownership and drive results.
- We are committed to continuous improvement, always looking for ways to improve efficiency, quality, and safety.
2050 Target
Net Zero Goal
The company aims to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
- has a strong commitment to sustainability, implementing energy-efficient solutions and environmentally responsible practices across all projects.
- green initiatives include the use of sustainable materials, waste reduction, and advanced building technologies to minimize environmental impact.
- has successfully delivered multiple LEED-certified projects, demonstrating their commitment to high standards of sustainability.
- focused on reducing energy consumption and improving the environmental performance of their operations and the projects they deliver.
- The company fosters an inclusive and diverse workplace, with programs aimed at increasing representation in the construction industry.
- They have implemented initiatives to improve gender balance, with a focus on women in construction roles.
- The company offers mentorship programs and professional development opportunities to support career growth for underrepresented groups.
- The company's leadership includes a mix of genders and backgrounds, reflecting their commitment to inclusion in decision-making roles.
Kablio AIIf you're someone who helps build and power the world (or dreams to), Kablio AI is your pocket-sized recruiter that gets you hired.
Copyright © 2025 Kablio