Construction Engineering Manager

Description

Foresight On-Site (FOS) is seeking a Senior Leadership Team to lead our rapidly expanding Semiconductor Fab C4 licensed construction company. These are new positions adding key leadership to the company to enable FOS to rapidly grow from 100+ to over 300+ staff over the next 2 years. Foresight Technologies is the parent company and is the global leader in manufacturing high-purity systems for the largest semiconductor equipment OEMs in the world, bringing lower cost, higher quality, and production scale directly to the Fabs. With over 1000 staff, our Arizona and Penang production plants bring more expertise and a lower cost structure in high-purity plumbing and chemical equipment, giving FOS a major advantage over other piping contractors.

Foresight On-Site is approved with the global leading Fabs for most plastic and metal high-purity piping applications and already has over 50-100 staff on site at the most advanced Fabs. FOS provides Hi Purity and UPW Piping Installation, Fluid Containment Infrastructure, Process Tool Installation Services, and base build services related to hi purity water and reclamation systems. In addition, FOS operates off-site production plants capability providing turnkey solutions including building Fab-scale Hi Purity Water systems, Valve Boxes, Chemical Distribution systems, Chemical Containment, and large amounts of prefabricated piping spools to speed up Fab Construction while reducing cost.

Position Summary

Foresight On-Site is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead estimating, off-site production organizations, and provide technical expertise to lead Foresight's Construction organization, including estimating, field engineering, build-to-print detailing, technical planning, and integration with off-site manufacturing to ensure successful project execution from concept through construction of semiconductor high-purity piping and chemical delivery system projects. This individual will provide technical leadership from project conception through completion while supporting business development, estimating, project planning, off-site manufacturing design, and customer engagement.

The Engineering Manager will serve as the company's subject matter expert for semiconductor process piping systems and chemical process equipment while developing engineering talent, improving operational efficiency and implementing scalable estimating processes to support Foresight's continued growth. They will directly manage field engineering, estimating, and large off-site manufacturing operations, including spool production, and be part of the senior management team running the company.

This position works closely with the Director of Operations, Project Management, Quality and Safety, and Foresight Leadership to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

Requirements

Essential Responsibilities

Engineering Leadership 5 yrs

• Lead the Engineering team responsible for semiconductor process piping systems and chemical delivery equipment. 
• Lead value engineering and constructability reviews to improve project execution, reduce installation costs, increase prefabrication opportunities, and deliver greater value to customers without compromising quality or performance.
• Provide technical oversight for planning, installation methodologies, fabrication, and testing. 
• Interpret customer specifications, P&IDs, process flow diagrams, engineering drawings, and contract documents. 
• Conduct project site walks to evaluate project scope, constructability, installation challenges, and project risks. 
• Develop technical solutions that meet customer specifications while maximizing efficiency and manufacturability. 
• Partner with Operations and Executive Leadership to improve project profitability through early planning, estimating accuracy, constructability reviews, and optimized off-site manufacturing strategies.

Estimating & Project Development

• Lead estimating efforts for semiconductor process piping projects. 
• Develop detailed material takeoffs, labor estimates, equipment requirements, and project budgets. 
• Separate BIM and takeoff models into spool drawings for off-site pre-manufacturing.
• Review bid packages, customer specifications, and scope documents for completeness. 
• Support proposal development and customer presentations. 
• Continuously improve estimating accuracy through data analysis and automation. 

Customer Relationships

• Partner with customers during the earliest stages of project development to identify innovative technical solutions, define project scope, and establish long-term trusted relationships.
• Serve as the primary technical resource during customer meetings. 
• Assist Business Development with technical presentations and solution development. 
• Effectively communicate project scope, risks, schedules, engineering changes, and technical recommendations. 

Process Improvement & Automation

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives within all Construction operations, including Estimating, Field Engineering and testing. 
• Utilize advanced Excel and analytical tools to improve estimating accuracy and engineering efficiency. 
• Help define, develop, and implement automated estimating and engineering systems that improve scalability. 
• Develop engineering standards, templates, and best practices. 
• Champion digital engineering initiatives. 
• Standardize engineering workflows. 

Talent Development

• Develop succession plans, establish technical career paths, and build a high-performing engineering organization capable of supporting sustained growth.
• Build an engineering organization capable of supporting rapid company growth. 
• Recruit and retain top engineering talent. 
• Leverage industry relationships to identify and attract highly qualified engineering professionals. 
• Foster accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement throughout the engineering organization. 

Qualifications (Required)

• Minimum 10 years of experience in process piping systems including installation and tool hookup. 
• Extensive knowledge of: 
• Semiconductor piping specifications 
• High-purity materials 
• Installation methods 
• Orbital welding practices 
• Quality requirements 
• Testing and commissioning 
• Strong understanding of: 
• P&IDs 
• Isometric drawings 
• Process flow diagrams 
• Construction models/drawings 
• Demonstrated experience conducting project site walks and defining project scope. 
• Significant estimating experience for semiconductor piping projects. 
• Proven leadership experience managing engineering teams. 
• Excellent customer communication and relationship-building skills. 
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency. 
• Experience improving engineering and estimating processes through automation and technology. 
• Strong project management and organizational skills. 
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical discipline. 
• Arizona C-4 (Boilers, Steam fitting & Process Piping) Contractor License or the ability to qualify for a license. 
• Experience designing and building chemical delivery equipment.
• Experience working with OEM equipment manufacturers. 
• Experience supporting semiconductor fabs and advanced manufacturing facilities. 
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Bluebeam, or similar engineering software. 
• PMP certification is a plus. 

Leadership Competencies

The ideal candidate combines deep expertise in semiconductor process piping, chemical delivery systems, and C4 licensed construction with exceptional leadership, business acumen, and technical curiosity. They enjoy solving complex engineering challenges, collaborating with customers, mentoring technical professionals, and developing innovative solutions that improve constructability, increase prefabrication opportunities, and drive successful project outcomes. They understand that great preconstruction is more than preparing estimates; it's about creating the foundation for safe, efficient, and profitable project execution.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Exceptional technical expertise in semiconductor process piping. 
• Strategic thinking and business acumen. 
• Strong leadership and team-building abilities. 
• Excellent communication and presentation skills. 
• Customer-focused decision-making. 
• High attention to detail. 
• Sound engineering judgment. 
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking. 
• Continuous improvement mindset. 
• Ability to drive organizational scalability. 

Success Measures

Success in this role will be measured by:

• Accurate and competitive project estimates. 
• Successful execution of engineering deliverables. 
• Customer satisfaction and repeat business. 
• Reduced engineering cycle times. 
• Improved estimating accuracy. 
• Development and retention of engineering talent. 
• Successful implementation of engineering automation initiatives. 
• On-time, high-quality delivery of engineered systems. 
• Growth of engineering capabilities to support the Company's strategic expansion.
• Increasing use of off-site manufacturing to reduce costs and speed installation.
• Increased percentage of work utilizing prefabrication and modular construction. 
• Reduced project risk through improved preconstruction planning. 
• Improved estimate accuracy and reduced estimate cycle time. 
• Growth of engineering capabilities that support expansion into new markets or customers.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required. Management reserves the right to assign or modify duties and responsibilities as business needs dictate. 

Foresight On-Site is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, and/or gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, Vietnam Era and/or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law(s). Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and employees are treated during employment without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.