Boston, MA–April 3, 2008– James Davella joins Shawmut Design and Construction (www.shawmut.com), a leading national construction management firm, as Director of Foodservice Equipment and Design. In his new position, Mr. Davella will be working for the firm’s hospitality business, consulting restaurant, hospitality, and institutional clients in foodservice planning and design projects. He will primarily advise Shawmut’s clients and project teams regarding foodservice planning, kitchen design, value engineering, equipment commissioning, as well as ongoing maintenance schedules for current and future projects. He will be based out of Shawmut’s New York office and will work with Shawmut’s clients throughout the entire nation. This unparalled customer service provided to Shawmut clients can be found no where else in the industry from a design and construction firm.
Mr. Davella brings with him over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry including restaurant and hotel operations, foodservice design, financial analysis, and project management. His background as an executive chef allows Mr. Davella to provide an operator’s approach to facility design and consulting. In addition to his expertise and years of experience working in the restaurant industry, Mr. Davella is also well-versed in the intricacies of marketplace dining halls, having worked with notable firms such as Goldman Sachs, Lehman Brothers, McKinsey and Company, and Pfizer, as well as higher education clients including Harvard Business School, Harvard University, and Princeton University. This breadth of knowledge allows him to be cross-functional within all of the Shawmut business lines and clientele.
Brian Stys, Shawmut’s Vice President Hospitality, commented, “Having James on our team enhances our value added propositions by having someone with his skills and knowledge working within our organization. Our clients will not only receive top-level construction management, but also expert recommendations for all of their foodservice design, operations, and engineering needs. Furthermore, James will be able to assist both our clients and staff in problem solving and alternative solutions.”
Mr. Davella received his Associate’s Degree in Occupational Science Culinary Arts from Johnson and Wales University, a Bachelor of Science in Hotel Administration from Cornell University, and a Masters in Business Administration from Fordham University.
About Shawmut Design and Construction
Shawmut Design and Construction is a 100% employee-owned company headquartered in Boston with offices in New York, Providence, Las Vegas, Atlantic City, and New Haven. Shawmut is a leading ENR top 100-ranked national construction management firm providing client-oriented services in the following markets: Academic, Commercial, Corporate Interiors, Cultural and Historic Preservation, Healthcare and Science, Gaming, Restaurants, Retail, Spas and Health Clubs. For more information, visit Shawmut’s website at www.shawmut.com.
