Project Manager (Owner's Representative) - Semiconductor Construction

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering 

• 5-10 years of experience working in either design or construction of projects. Labs, Semiconductor, and/or Critical Facility Construction is preferred. 

• PMP, CCM, or PE license is a plus 

• Proficient use of MS-Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project 

• History of strong client relations and people management skills. 

• SAP experience a plus 

• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills are fundamental to the success of facility project managers 

• Skills to identify issues and proactively respond to project issues 

• Strong written and oral communication skills to exchange information with senior management, service providers, workers, and contractors 

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Oversee the successful completion of facilities construction projects and manage multiple projects at the same time. Projects will vary in size between $50K - $3 Million 

• Oversee the facilities construction projects including labs, tenant improvements, cleanroom manufacturing, facilities infrastructure.  

• Managed relevant stakeholders, setting deadlines, communicated with projects owners/company executives about the state of the project, ensuring projects stay on track and on budget, and adjusting if necessary, to meet new requirements 

• Manage six different aspects of projects: scope, schedule, spends, forecast, approving invoices, risk, quality, and resources 

• Manage relationships with contractors, control space allocation, and maintain facility project budgets 

• Develop a baseline Project Charter for an individual project. This would include defining the business requirements, project deliverables, need dates, stakeholder list 

• Develop Risk Assessment 

• Develop a design scope of work and issue Request for Proposal to Design Services / Architect and Engineering firms 

• Consult job walks and bid clarifications 

• Prepare bid comparison, conduct bid clarifications, prepare recommendations 

• Prepare contract documentation for Procurement review 

• Manage design services contractor and assist with RFI and Submittal workflow. 

• Conduct 30/60/90 IFC Design Reviews with design firm stakeholders 

• Manage any design change requests 

• Liaison with City of Fremont if required 

• Work with Project Owners to establish capital budgets 

• Develop high level design and construction schedule 

• Issue in SAP Capital Authorization Request for Project Owner approval 

• Issue Purchase Request form in SAP for Project Owner review 

• Review invoicing for payments 

• Monitor and update quarterly cash flows 

• Coordinate project construction 

• Review Proposal Submissions from contractor  

• Issue purchase request for contractor scope 

• Address any third-party small contracts required to support work 

• Provide owner representation 

• Proactive change management, validate change orders including impacts to cost and schedule 

• Review monthly invoices for approval 

• Ensure that the contractor is fully executing and complying with their contracted scope of work. 

• Identify conflicts in construction progress and communicate them to project team for resolution. 

• Ensure contractors have corrected all deficiencies identified by project team. 

• Assist with coordination of functional testing and commissioning  

• Manage punch-list to closure and owner’s handover 

• Coordinate project close out 

Benefits Offered:

• Medical insurance  

• Dental Insurance  

• Vision Insurance  

• 401(k) retirement plan with 4% KALCON match when an employee contributes at least 5%  

• 15 days of paid time off  

• 8 paid National Holidays  

• Reimbursement for professional licenses and certifications 

Submission Requirements:

At a minimum, the candidate’s professional resume must include the following:  

• List of all Educational Achievements  

• List of all Professional Licenses or Certificates  

• List of Awards Received  

• Detailed Employment History with each company or government agency including:  

o Name & Contact Information of the firm or agency  

o Start Date and End Date (Month & Year)  

o Positions Held  

o List of Projects/Programs Managed including project value, location of assignment, roles and responsibilities and contribution to each project  

 
 
At KALCON we are committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace where every individual is respected and valued. We are an equal opportunity employer and all applicant and employees will receive consideration for employment as we do not tolerate discrimination of any kind based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes to the success of our company and the innovation behind the exceptional projects we deliver. We encourage and support applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to join our team and thrive. Our hiring and employment practices are guided by principles of fairness, equality, and opportunity for all.