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Intel

Construction Program Manager

Phoenix, AZ

Job Description

Join our Intel Fab Construction Enterprise (FCE) in building the world's largest semiconductor manufacturing factories across the globe. The future is what we build. Our enterprise manages a portfolio of capital projects on-site with a large contractor workforce that encompasses outsourced general contractors, A/E firms, and key trade companies in the Semiconductor Construction Industry. The scope of our work includes but is not limited to Assembly Test, New Wafer Fabrication factories (Fabs), Fab Conversions, Process Tools Install, Infrastructure, and Progressive Build.

We are looking for world-class technical talent to join our team. If you enjoy working with the latest technology in a rewarding, fast-paced environment, this is the right place for you. Everywhere you go, you'll find an opportunity to make a difference. In any given workday, you will be given the responsibility to innovate and create an impact on our business.

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As a key member of the Project Execution Team, the Senior Program Manager may be an individual contributor, or a manager based on scope size. A key to this role will be close engagement with customers, stakeholders and partners as well as leadership of the site project execution team. They will be responsible for managing a portfolio of programs that have 500M-1B dollars in yearly spends, with a contractor workforce ranging from 500 to 3000 contingent workers encompassing outsourced general contractors, A/E Architecture and Engineering firms, and key trade companies in the Semiconductor and Office Building Construction Industry.

The position reports to the regional-based Director of Construction (DOC) and in this role the person will directly support all day-to-day operations of the DOC and will be accountable for aspects of the site portfolio of work including leadership of the site project team, supplier management, day to day operations, major project scope, schedule performance and budget monitoring and controls for Intel construction projects without impact to factory operations.
This role is expected to make breakthroughs in our construction capability, productivity, and agility through sourcing and developing contractor companies and making significant changes in integrated construction solutions. This role includes driving cultural change, development of the people on-site, proper workforce planning, people and skills development, strategic leadership, and driving synergy between site and enterprise resources.

This onsite position will be based at our Chandler campus in Phoenix, Arizona and relocation assistance will be provided.

As a Construction Program Manager your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
Manage day to day construction operations to ensure a safety-focused environment.
Create synergy within construction enterprise ecosystem, engaging with key customers and stakeholders to achieve shared program results.
Shape the environment, anticipating and solving complex problems.
Shape an organization to enable trust, understanding, and empowerment while retaining effectiveness, agility, simplicity, and efficiency.
Develop and enable a bias for action with unity of effort and purpose.
Create clearly defined connections and flows that translate business and technical requirements into high quality constructible solutions.
Integrate enterprise capabilities to create maximum effects on key program indicators.
Frame risk and share your understanding to enable agility and momentum across programs.
Develop world class supplier partnerships with leading sourcing and procurement solutions and deliver continuous improvements in business results, quality, schedule, and cost.
Lead and successfully manage a wide spectrum of Construction projects to enable Intel businesses including new Fab modules, Fab conversions, and special building projects as we transform to a Data Centric company.
Foster innovation and transform traditional construction practices by driving new methods and engineering solutions, leveraging industry insights to Intel's multidimensional challenges.
Help build an organization that is lean, efficient, and collaborative.
Build and drive safety Culture of Care in every business environment, office to the construction sites, and from front-end planning to construction execution.
Transform the culture and set the pace relative to the best in the world for safety, operational excellence, innovation, partnership, customer service.

The successful candidate should exhibit the following behavioral traits:
Skills to manage and lead discussions with executive management, drilling down to details and managing an effort hands-on as the need arises.
Ease to manage and lead across diverse groups and stakeholders while optimizing the solution for Intel.
Knowledge of large-scale operations, programs, and project management.
Strategic leadership and communication skills.
Demonstrated talent to drive decision making and change at the cadence Moore's law requires and the skills to partner and influence in a highly matrix environment.
Problem solving skills using a structured process, constraint management and site operations.
Champion and value the safety culture of caring throughout the project lifecycle.
Willingness and flexibility to travel or relocate to support the business needs of growth at Intel.

Qualifications

You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates. This position is not eligible for Intel immigration sponsorship.

Minimum Qualifications:
The candidate must have one at least of the following:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management with 9+ years leadership experience as a design manager, engineering manager, construction manager, or equivalent leadership role in large scale organizations and program management with knowledge of Semiconductor facilities systems and operations.
Master's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Business or related field with 6+ years leadership experience as a design manager, engineering manager, construction manager, or equivalent leadership role in large scale organizations and program management with knowledge of Semiconductor facilities systems and operations
15+ years of demonstrated strategic leadership, Program management in Semiconductor industry will be considered in lieu of a degree

Preferred Qualifications:
MBA or PhD
Expertise and demonstrated leadership in Construction program management
Knowledge of the Construction life cycle
PMP

Inside this Business Group

As the world's largest chip manufacturer, Intel strives to make every facet of semiconductor manufacturing state-of-the-art -- from semiconductor process development and manufacturing, through yield improvement to packaging, final test and optimization, and world class Supply Chain and facilities support. Employees in the Technology Development and Manufacturing Group are part of a worldwide network of design, development, manufacturing, and assembly/test facilities, all focused on utilizing the power of Moore's Law to bring smart, connected devices to every person on Earth.

Posting Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Benefits

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock, bonuses, as well as, benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find more information about all of our Amazing Benefits here.

Working Model

This role will require an on-site presence.

Client-provided location(s): Phoenix, AZ, USA
Job ID: intel-63083358512
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • On-site/Nearby Childcare
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Work-From-Home Stipend
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Pension
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led
    • Black founded/led

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