About the Role:
We are seeking a highly experienced Construction Project Leader at the Director or Senior Director level to lead and manage large-scale semiconductor factory construction projects. The ideal candidate brings over 20 years of technical and construction leadership experience, with a strong background in semiconductor factory development.
This is a high-impact, strategic leadership role requiring expertise in project delivery, stakeholder management (including C-level executives), and internal team development.You will be responsible for not only delivering major capital projects but also building and managing an internal construction organization to support long-term factory expansion efforts.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Project Leadership, Team Building & Execution
- Lead the planning and execution of complex semiconductor factory construction projects from concept to handover.
- Build, develop, and manage an internal construction team, including project managers, engineers, and support staff.
- Establish governance, systems, and best practices to support scalable project execution.
- Oversee project performance across scope, schedule, cost, quality, safety, and risk.
- Ensure alignment between construction execution and overall company strategy and manufacturing goals.
2. Executive & Stakeholder Engagement
- Serve as the primary interface with C-level executives and senior leadership, providing regular progress reports, strategic recommendations, and escalation of key risks or decisions.
- Facilitate cross-functional alignment across internal departments and executive stakeholders.
3. Supplier & EPC Management
- Lead the selection, onboarding, and management of external partners, including EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) firms, design consultants, supervision firms, and general contractors.
- Drive performance accountability and ensure partners meet contractual obligations, quality standards, and safety requirements.
4. Government & Regulatory Liaison
- Interface with government authorities and regulatory bodies to manage permitting, inspections, and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
- Anticipate regulatory challenges and ensure timely approvals to maintain project timelines.
5. Tender & Procurement Oversight
- Manage the tendering process for major construction packages, ensuring competitive selection and alignment with project objectives.
- Review technical and commercial proposals to ensure best-value outcomes.
6. Internal Coordination & Technical Requirements
- Work closely with internal stakeholders-engineering, operations, legal, finance, and EHS-to define construction and design requirements.
- Ensure construction projects meet both current operational needs and future scalability.
7. Cost Management & Value Engineering
- Implement cost control strategies and drive construction cost optimization through Value Engineering (VE), Non-Standard (NS) solutions, Non-Construction Solutions (NCS), and Build-to-Order (BTO) methods.
- Track and report financial performance, proactively addressing budget risks.
8. Post-Completion & Facility Leadership
- Support the site beyond construction completion through ongoing maintenance and operational readiness.
- Bring facilities leadership experience to ensure a smooth transition from construction to steady-state operations
- Be positioned to lead the internal facilities team, building long-term capabilities for site operations and future expansions.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field advanced degree or certifications (e.g., PMP, PE) are a plus.
- Minimum 20 years of experience in construction project management, with significant exposure to semiconductor factory construction.
- Proven track record in leading large, complex capital projects and cross-disciplinary teams.
- Strong familiarity with semiconductor factory requirements, including cleanroom construction, process utilities, and integration with production systems.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels, including C-level executives.
- In-depth understanding of regulatory, safety, and permitting requirements in industrial construction.
