Best Places to Work 2025 Awards
#3 MIDSIZE COMPANIES: Shawmut Design and Construction
Local Employees: 82
CEO: Les Hiscoe
Questions answered by: Chris Maury, Head of Preconstruction – New England
What fun activities does your company offer employees to participate in? The social committee organizes both in-office events and outings throughout the year. These include our annual Oktoberfest celebration, annual bowling challenge, office mini golf competition, chili cook-offs, along with summer outings and birthday or anniversary celebrations.
How would you describe the culture of your workplace? As a 100% employee-owned company, we foster a sense of ownership and responsibility among our team members, empowering them to be proactive problem-solvers and forward-thinkers.
What modifications have you made to your workplace to support employee wellness? In 2023, during Safety Week, we launched the Mental Health & Wellness Leadership Group, comprising more than 50 members across the company who are solely dedicated to addressing the mental health crisis in the construction industry and identifying scalable solutions. Additionally, we provide regular certified mental health first aid and substance use disorder training, including Narcan administration on all jobsites.