Project Director - Semiconductor EPC

About the Role

We are collaborating with a prominent EPC contractor seeking an experienced Project Director to spearhead the execution of substantial semiconductor manufacturing projects. This role involves overseeing a complex, multi-billion-dollar cutting-edge technology facility, guiding multidisciplinary teams from project initiation through to final delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of large-scale EPC and design-build semiconductor projects from proposal stages through to completion.
• Deliver leadership over project scope, budgeting, scheduling, quality standards, safety protocols, and overall commercial success.
• Manage diverse project teams including Project Managers, Construction Managers, Engineers, Superintendents, Project Controls, Procurement staff, and subcontractors.
• Serve as the principal executive liaison for clients, consultants, and vital project stakeholders.
• Drive financial performance by managing forecasting, cost control, change management, risk mitigation, and project profitability.
• Contribute to business development by supporting proposals, executing strategies, reviewing constructability, and participating in client presentations.
• Ensure adherence to contractual obligations, company policies, and best industry practices.
• Coordinate engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and project turnover activities for timely and successful delivery.
• Foster a culture emphasizing safety, quality, accountability, and operational excellence within the project team.
• Mentor project leaders and promote a collaborative, high-performance work environment.

Qualifications and Experience

• Over 10 years leading industrial EPC or design-build construction projects.
• Minimum 5 years in senior project leadership overseeing large capital construction initiatives.
• Proven track record managing semiconductor manufacturing or other advanced technology projects.
• Experience managing full project lifecycles for projects valued at $1 billion or more.
• Background working with General Contractors or EPC organizations.
• Strong commercial skills including budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, cost control, change order management, and risk management.
• Expertise leading cross-functional teams encompassing engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and project controls.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a relevant field preferred.
• OSHA 10 certification required; OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, client engagement, and organizational abilities.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with semiconductor fabrication facilities (fabs).
• Background in cleanroom or advanced manufacturing construction environments.
• Strong familiarity with Design-Build and EPC delivery methods.
• Handling large-scale industrial capital projects.
• Managing complex stakeholder and client relationships.