Bentonville | Employees: 900 | Industry: Construction
Boston-based Shawmut Design and Construction is a $1.6 billion national construction management firm known for tackling complex projects for high-profile clients. As a 100% employee-owned company, Shawmut fosters a culture of responsibility, proactive problem-solving and forward-thinking. The company’s core values – excellence, safety, ownership and people – drive its operations, emphasizing a workplace of belonging.
With 49 employees in Arkansas, Shawmut’s workplace experience includes in-office celebrations, regular social outings and Hawaiian Shirt Fridays. The firm hosts an annual awards ceremony recognizing commitment to client service and safety. Shawmut prioritizes diversity and inclusion through unconscious bias training. The firm supports employees’ mental health with an employee assistance program and Learn to Live, an online cognitive behavioral therapy resource. While its Construction Management Skills Training program introduces recent graduates to key construction functions, Shawmut Flex allows flexible work arrangements, and ShawmutYou, its internal learning platform, offers tailored career development resources. The company promotes leadership through sponsorship and mentorship programs.