Fire Protection Construction Manager

We Are Hiring: Fire Protection Construction Manager

About the Position:

We are seeking an experienced Fire Protection Construction Manager for a state-of-the-art semiconductor FAB construction project in Taylor, TX. As our Fire Protection Construction Manager, you will play a critical role in leading all fire protection construction activities for our Greenfield semiconductor factory. You will work on-site as a key member of our project management team, overseeing the entire lifecycle of the project from inception through construction, commissioning, and final closeout while driving safety, quality, and productivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and Manage Fire Protection Work: Lead all fire protection construction activities for the Greenfield semiconductor factory from inception through completion.
• Project Lifecycle Management: Serve as a key stakeholder on the on-site project management team to plan, organize, and supervise the project through construction, commissioning, and closeout.
• Stakeholder Relations: Maintain productive relationships with internal business partners, clients, and external parties.
• Communication: Effectively communicate project status to project management, clients, internal customers, and external stakeholders as appropriate.
• Software Proficiency: Utilize and become proficient in construction management programs and tools, including Microsoft Project, Excel, and Primavera P6.
• Schedule & Budget Control: Ensure project schedules, budgets, and forecasts are developed, tracked, and executed in alignment with project goals.
• Reporting & Collaboration: Prepare project reports and documentation while maintaining seamless communication with the facilities operations team, engineering/design teams, and client management.
• Leadership & Labor Relations: Demonstrate strong leadership with clients and trade labor to encourage and enable craft productivity and continuous improvements.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Experience: 5 to 10 years of construction management experience, specifically in fire protection works, preferably within the semiconductor or high-tech manufacturing industry.
• Technical Knowledge: Working knowledge of fire protection systems and familiarity with NFPA standards and fire alarm/suppression (FARS) system requirements preferred.
• Software Skills: Knowledge of Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, and Navisworks is strongly preferred.
• Work Style: Ability to work independently or within a team with minimal supervision in a culturally diverse environment.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal and effective communication skills, encompassing both written and oral proficiencies.
• Labor Collaboration: Demonstrated ability to build good working relationships with trade labor to drive craft productivity improvements.