Senior Construction Project Manager

Applied Materials • Santa Clara, CA

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About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Construction Project Manager to lead and deliver complex, high-value capital projects exceeding $100 million, with a focus on semiconductor manufacturing facilities. This role requires deep expertise in base build construction, cleanroom environments, and hazardous materials infrastructure, along with strong capabilities in entitlement processes, project controls, contract administration, and experience with Superfund or environmentally sensitive sites. Candidates with prior experience working for a General Contractor are strongly encouraged to apply, as this background brings valuable insight into construction execution, field coordination, and contractor management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or equivalent field experience.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in construction project management, with a proven track record of delivering $100M+ capital projects.
• Demonstrated knowledge of various construction project delivery models (e.g., Design-Build, CM at Risk, IPD) and contract types (Lump Sum, GMP, Cost-Plus)
• Extensive experience in semiconductor or high-tech facility construction, cleanroom design/build, and hazardous materials infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of entitlement processes, environmental permitting, and regulatory frameworks.
• Proficiency in project controls tools and methodologies (e.g., cost management, scheduling, earned value analysis, etc....).
• Demonstrated experience in contract administration, including negotiation, claims resolution, and vendor management.
• Experience with Superfund sites or similar environmentally regulated projects is highly desirable.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with tool install coordination, facility startup, and commissioning in semiconductor environments.
• Knowledge of Fire Life Safety and Gas Life Safety Systems and requirements.
• Prior experience working for a General Contractor is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of EH&S protocols, OSHA standards, and environmental remediation practices.
• Experience working in live manufacturing environments with minimal disruption to operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle of large-scale capital construction projects, from entitlement and design through construction, commissioning, and turnover.
• Manage base build construction including site development, structural systems, MEP infrastructure, and architectural finishes.
• Oversee the design and delivery of ISO-classified cleanrooms, ensuring compliance with semiconductor industry standards and operational requirements.
• Coordinate the integration of hazardous materials systems (e.g., chemical delivery, gas distribution, exhaust and abatement systems) in accordance with EH&S and regulatory standards.
• Navigate entitlement processes, including permitting, zoning, environmental impact assessments, and stakeholder engagement.
• Implement and maintain robust project controls including cost management, schedule tracking, risk mitigation, and performance reporting.
• Administer contracts, change orders, claims, and procurement strategies in alignment with company policies and legal requirements.
• Provide leadership and oversight on projects involving Superfund or environmentally sensitive sites, ensuring environmental compliance and remediation coordination.
• Collaborate with internal teams, external consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies to ensure project alignment and successful delivery.
• Deliver executive-level reporting and presentations on project status, risks, and strategic decisions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior