Construction Project Manager - Tempe - Foresight Tech

Description

Job Title: Construction Project Manager - High-Purity Process Piping (C4 Licensed)
Department: Construction Operations - Foresight On-site
Reports To: Site Mgr.
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Position Overview:
Foresight Technologies is a 30-year-old leader in advanced production of semiconductor chemical equipment and high-purity systems. We have over 700 employees in Tempe, AZ, and Penang, Malaysia, and are one of the fastest-growing companies in the industry. We are the largest manufacturer of high-purity chemical equipment, with over 360,000 square feet of manufacturing facilities, 120 CNC machines, and more than 150 Certified Plastic Welders on staff.
Foresight On-Site is the Hi-Purity Construction and Chemical Equipment Infrastructure division of Foresight. We specialize in high-purity plumbing, plastic containment, chemical equipment infrastructure, and other skills required to build the latest semiconductor Fabs. We have a unique advantage in being able to perform much of the work at our leading-edge production sites, which enables us to be faster and lower in cost than others. We are seeking a candidate to take on the senior project manager role and work directly on the senior management team, leading the company forward.
We are seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager with specialized knowledge of High Purity Process piping systems. This position is responsible for pre-plan sequencing and managing the successful execution of complex construction projects involving clean and high-purity process piping for installation in industries such as semiconductor, life sciences, and advanced manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have strong project management abilities, excellent communication skills, effective budget management, forward looking planning and coordination mindset, detailed project scheduling abilities, solid proficiency in project cost estimating and change order management, while demonstrating superior technical leadership with crews in the field as well as productive customer relations.
Why Join Foresight On-site:
At Foresight On-site, we're shaping the future of semiconductor construction through innovation, precision, and teamwork. Our Site Managers play a critical role in delivering projects that meet the highest standards of quality and performance. Join a company where your leadership drives excellence and growth.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all phases of high-purity process piping plumbing construction projects from pre-construction planning through project closeout.
• Develop staffing models with integrated personnel aligned to start dates.
• Work with key personnel in staffing agencies to set ramp hiring events.
• Provide detailed and accurate job cost estimates, proposals, take-offs, and material/labor calculations.
• Develop and implement systematic estimating tools and methods.
• Lead project scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and subcontractor coordination to ensure timely and on-budget delivery.
• Interpret and review technical drawings, piping diagrams, and specifications with a focus on clean utility systems (e.g., UPW, process gas, CDA, vacuum, chemical distribution).
• Coordinate with field Supervision, fabrication teams, and installation crews, and other trades to ensure quality product output, code compliance, schedule adherence, and alignment with customer expectations.
• Enforce cleanroom protocols and contamination control measures during installation.
• Ensure all work is performed under compliance with C4 licensing standards, OSHA requirements, customer requirements and relevant building codes.
• Evaluate project performance, track progress against the budget, and manage project documentation, change orders, and client reporting.
• Interface directly with clients, designers, engineers, inspectors, and internal stakeholders to ensure clear communication and accountability.
• Support commissioning, startup, and validation phases of high-purity systems.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 5+ years' experience in construction project management for clean utility and high-purity process piping.
• Proven track record in job and cost estimating, including scope development and bid proposal creation.
• In-depth understanding of clean piping materials and installation standards (e.g., stainless steel orbital welding, PVDF fusion, PFA systems).
• Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings, P&IDs, and isometric diagrams.
• Proficiency in construction management tools (e.g., MS Project, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Procore, or equivalent).
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• OSHA 30 Certification.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Valid C4 License (Boiler, Hot Water Heating and Steam Fitting Contractor - or applicable state equivalent).
• PMP or equivalent construction/project management certification.
• Experience in regulated environments (semiconductor, biotech, pharma).
• Familiarity with QA/QC testing methods (e.g., helium leak detection, borescope inspection, hydrostatic testing).

Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, 401(k), PTO.
Travel:
May require local/regional travel to project sites.