Project Manager, Burlington, Vermont - Semiconductor

World Wide Professional Solutions•Burlington, VT

About The Position

WORLD WIDE PROFESSIONAL SOLUTIONS is a project solutions organization committed to implementing lean constructions, collaborative contracting, and execution approaches to enable breakthroughs in performance. Worldwide Professional Solutions is seeking a highly skilled, experienced, and motivated Construction Project Manager to support a large-scale semiconductor manufacturing construction project in Burlington, Vermont. This opportunity includes one six-month term position and one one-year term position. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience managing construction budgets, evaluating vendor and subcontractor bids, and leading the construction change management process within complex semiconductor or advanced manufacturing environments. Candidates must be highly organized, self-motivated, and capable of operating in a fast-paced, highly regulated construction setting. Per-dem and a travel package are available for outstanding candidates. Position Overview The Construction Project Manager will be responsible for managing cost, schedule, and execution for assigned scopes within a large-scale semiconductor manufacturing facility. This role requires close coordination with trade contractors, tool installation teams, design partners, and client representatives to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient project delivery.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of experience working directly with trade contractors as a Project Manager or Construction Manager on semiconductor or advanced manufacturing construction projects.
At least 5 years of experience managing large, complex construction projects with demonstrated success in meeting cost and schedule objectives.
Strong experience with project budgeting, vendor bid review, cost forecasting, and construction cost controls.
Proven experience managing construction change orders and contract modifications in a semiconductor manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of semiconductor construction QAQC requirements including cleanroom construction and certification processes.
Working knowledge of CPM scheduling within a large scale construction environment.
Ability to perform in a fast paced, schedule driven construction environment with evolving priorities.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with clients, vendors, trade partners, and internal leadership across multiple organizational levels.
Demonstrated knowledge of semiconductor construction standards, practices, and industry technologies.
Ability to interpret construction contracts, drawings, specifications, and tool interface requirements.
Proficiency with Primavera, Excel, Word, and standard project management and cost tracking tools.

Nice To Haves

Preferred Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
Equivalent experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner while supporting all Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security requirements and programs specific to semiconductor manufacturing environments.
Work directly with the client to ensure project scope, budget, and schedule objectives are met.
Manage project budgets including cost tracking, forecasting, earned value review, and variance analysis.
Review, evaluate, and manage vendor and subcontractor bids to ensure scope alignment, competitive pricing, and compliance with project and client requirements.
Lead the construction change management process including review of change requests, pricing validation, schedule impacts, and approval coordination with the client, design team, and trade partners.
Manage project teams and trade partners across multiple disciplines while maintaining strict safety, quality, and cleanroom standards.
Operate effectively in a multi-contractor, high density construction environment typical of semiconductor manufacturing projects.
Prepare and deliver detailed project reports including cost, change, schedule, and risk updates to project leadership and client stakeholders.
Collaborate with scheduling and project controls teams to ensure CPM schedules are developed, maintained, and aligned with owner and tool install milestones.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance cost control, constructability, and productivity across assigned scopes.
Maintain strong working relationships with trade labor and demonstrate leadership in driving craft productivity while maintaining quality and safety standards.