Tool Install Construction Manager
| Company | Panasonic Avionics |
|---|---|
| Location | Olathe, KS, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s, Master’s |
| Experience Level | Senior |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, or related field
- 5+ years of experience managing or supporting large-scale industrial construction projects (e.g., Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Semiconductors, or similar high-tech sectors)
- Proficient in interpreting construction drawings and coordinating scopes, schedules, and budgets
- In-depth knowledge of MEP systems, specialty gases, and applicable building codes and life safety standards
- Familiar with permitting processes and construction safety regulations
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams through all phases of project execution, from design through commissioning
- Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively interface with engineers, contractors, and commissioning teams
- Demonstrated capacity to manage multiple fast-paced projects with high attention to detail and organizational efficiency
- Understanding of lean manufacturing principles and their application to facility and tool installation planning
Responsibilities
- Act as the primary point of contact for manufacturing space readiness with Factory EPC, Facilities, and Commissioning teams
- Develop and oversee site logistics and project plans including system sequencing, laydown areas, crane operations, and tool move-in strategies
- Coordinate and manage tool rigging and millwright services when not provided by vendors
- Collaborate with Manufacturing and Design teams for design development and tool vendor integration
- Review design documentation for constructability and validate tool utility connections and room requirements
- Prepare and verify biddable work packages (RFPs) in coordination with local Procurement teams
- Review contractor bids for technical capacity, cost, and schedule alignment
- Support Estimating and Engineering teams with funding requests and project scope changes
- Communicate effectively with internal teams, contractors, and stakeholders
- Ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations and construction standards
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Engineering or related discipline
- 10+ years of experience in industrial construction within high-tech environments such as lithium-ion battery manufacturing, semiconductors, data centers, or pharmaceuticals
- Advanced understanding of cleanroom construction, tool install logistics, and utility interconnects
- Experience managing full project lifecycles including scope development, contractor oversight, and closeout documentation
- Proficiency in lean construction practices and application of Six Sigma or continuous improvement methodologies
- Formal training or certification in project management
- Prior involvement in commissioning, factory startup, or manufacturing ramp-up phases
- Familiarity with integrated project delivery (IPD) or collaborative delivery models
- Experience with digital construction tools (e.g., BIM, Procore, Navisworks) for project coordination and clash detection
- Alignment to Panasonic’s seven (7) core principles (contribution to society, fairness and honesty, cooperation and team spirit, untiring effort for improvement, courtesy and humility, adaptability, gratitude)