Preconstruction & Estimating Project Manager
Core
Lead front-end planning, estimating, budgeting, and bid strategy for Lam Research capital projects including new construction, cleanrooms, and lab facilities.
Role type
Senior Preconstruction & Estimating Project Manager
Builds
Conceptual budgets, estimates of record, competitive bid packages, and funding support materials for capital projects.
Domain
Construction & Engineering (Semiconductor/Lab/Cleanroom facilities)
Required skills
Capital project estimating, quantity surveying, cost modeling, benchmark development, risk assessment, procurement strategy, contract negotiation, market intelligence, scope analysis, budget forecasting
Preferred skills
Cleanroom/lab construction experience, utility infrastructure knowledge, advanced manufacturing project delivery, complex capital project management
Technologies
MS Project, Primavera, Excel, estimating software, CAD interpretation
Responsibilities
Lead preconstruction efforts including ROM estimates, detailed cost models, and bid packages; Develop and maintain benchmark data for cost per square foot, cleanroom metrics, and utility infrastructure; Support capital planning and executive decision-making with cost models and basis of estimate documentation; Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and general contractors to align scope and budget; Perform quantity takeoffs, labor productivity analysis, and trade-specific cost validation; Monitor market conditions to reduce budget volatility; Drive continuous improvement of estimating tools and processes.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC