Construction Project Director/Senior Director

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.

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.