Shawmut has received a 2026 Best Place to Work in New York City recognition from Crain’s New York Business, placing the construction management company 13th among 93 organizations included in the ranking.
Shawmut operates as a 100% employee-owned company, with its ownership structure forming part of its approach to employee engagement and workplace culture. The company identifies excellence, safety, ownership and people as core values that guide its operations.
Career development is another focus, with talent initiatives intended to support employee growth and leadership development. Shawmut also emphasizes an inclusive workplace where employees can contribute and develop their careers.
Shawmut's workforce programs include initiatives addressing physical and mental health, alongside efforts to develop inclusive and empathetic leaders.
The company connects its workforce strategy with its construction operations, highlighting its construction management capabilities and safety programs for complex and logistically challenging projects in New York City.
The workplace recognition follows Shawmut’s inclusion in Crain’s New York Business 2026 Top 25 Largest Construction Firms. Shawmut also ranked first among hospitality and education contractors in ENR East rankings cited by the company.
Workforce culture, employee development and safety programs are increasingly relevant to construction companies competing for skilled professionals and managing complex projects. Shawmut’s recognition places its employee-ownership model and workforce initiatives alongside its broader construction operations in New York City.
Source: Shawmut.
