Site Operations & Construction Manager

Fab2 • Austin, TX

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About The Position

The Site Operations & Construction Manager owns execution of construction and buildout projects across fab2’s Austin and Lockhart sites. Working closely with facilities and engineering teams, the manager provides field input during project scoping and leads projects through bidding, approvals, construction, and commissioning, delivering them on time and on budget. The role also manages site logistics, including equipment and vehicle rentals, deliveries, and moves, and supports the broader team when projects affect live building systems.

Requirements

• At least 5 years managing commercial, industrial, or lab construction projects, including multi-million-dollar projects from bid through close-out.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
• Proven ability to deliver projects on time and on budget while managing multiple contractors and trades simultaneously.
• Familiarity with process utilities, including LN2, specialty gases, DI water, and exhaust, as well as high-power electrical systems.
• Strong command of estimating, contract negotiation, budgeting, and schedule management.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, MEP, and structural drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements, permitting, and construction site safety.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, or similar tools.
• Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with design-build or fast-track delivery, where construction starts before every detail is finalized.
• Experience in the semiconductor manufacturing industry.

Responsibilities

• Own delivery of construction and infrastructure projects across Austin and Lockhart, including specialty lab buildouts, utility upgrades, and electrical upgrades.
• Develop project plans with facilities and engineering leadership, contributing constructibility, cost, and schedule expertise to scope and key decisions.
• Run competitive bidding and contractor selection, negotiate contracts, and develop a trusted network of general contractors and specialty trades.
• Set and manage project budgets and schedules, forecast risks, and report project status, tradeoffs, and recommendations.
• Lead field execution across multiple trades while maintaining quality and safety standards and keeping critical R&D operations running.
• Develop scalable project delivery processes, including permitting, contractor onboarding, site safety, and project close-out.
• Coordinate site logistics, equipment, and cross-team needs to support facility operations as the company scales.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, subject to applicable eligibility requirements.
• Generous paid time off inclusive of holidays and sick time.
• Visa sponsorship.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Weekly learning and development opportunities.
• Commuter benefits, including parking and late-night Uber rides from the office.
• Daily lunches, dinners three times per week, and a stocked office kitchen with snacks and Spindrifts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager