Construction Project Manager – Water Treatment Equipment Installation

BW Water•Phoenix, AZ

9d•Onsite

About The Position

BWW is designing and procuring water treatment systems for a new-build semiconductor fabrication facility (fab) in Arizona. They are seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to lead the installation of ultra-pure water (UPW), wastewater treatment (WWT), and Brine Recovery (BRF) equipment. This role involves developing and executing installation plans, managing subcontractors, ensuring compliance with regulations, and overseeing on-site execution to meet project milestones.

Requirements

7+ years of experience in construction project management.
At least 4 years leading installation of water treatment, UPW, or industrial process systems for high-tech manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, or large-scale industrial facilities.
Proven history managing installation projects ≥$10M in value.
Familiarity with Arizona construction regulations, ADEQ water quality standards, and environmental permitting processes.
PMP (Project Management Professional) certification, equivalent certification, or demonstrable experience.
OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
Experience with semiconductor fab construction is highly preferred.
Good knowledge of water treatment equipment, high-purity piping (PVDF, PE, electropolished stainless steel), and clean construction practices.
Ability to use project management tools: Primavera P6, MS Project, AutoCAD, or BIM software.
Strong understanding of OSHA safety standards, SEMI codes, and mechanical/electrical construction specifications.
Leadership, negotiation, and problem-solving skills; ability to manage multiple priorities in a demanding environment.
Direct experience with UPW systems for semiconductor manufacturing and wastewater systems.
Knowledge of cleanroom construction and contamination control protocols.
Experience working with EPC firms or global semiconductor equipment suppliers.
Familiarity with Arizona’s desert climate considerations for water conservation and system durability.
PE (Professional Engineer) license or CCM (Certified Construction Manager) strongly preferred.
Arizona specific safety training is a plus.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a detailed piping and equipment installation plan, including scope, schedule, budget, resource allocation, and risk management for water treatment systems.
Collaborate with engineering and supply chain teams to hone the design and manage subcontractors for timely, safe, and accurate installation.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal permits and standards, including ADEQ, OSHA, NFPA, and SEMI S2.
Manage appointed installation subcontractors, equipment technicians, piping specialists, and safety officers, overseeing day-to-day on-site activities.
Manage receipt, inspection, storage, and rigging of specialized water treatment equipment.
Coordinate mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and instrumentation (MEP&I) tie-ins.
Manage construction redlines, field markups, and as-built documentation.
Conduct rigorous site inspections, quality checks, pre-commissioning inspections, and pressure/leak testing.
Track installation progress against agreed milestones.
Manage the installation budget and change orders.
Resolve on-site technical issues, design conflicts, and vendor/contractor disputes.
Provide regular updates to the Senior Project Manager, including progress, safety, and compliance reports.
Lead safety initiatives and enforce OSHA and site safety protocols.
Collaborate with the Commissioning Manager to ensure a smooth transition to equipment testing and sign off.