Who We Are

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.

What We Offer

Salary:

$158,500.00 - $218,000.00

Location:

Santa Clara,CA

You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more.

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Construction Project Manager to lead and deliver complex, high-value capital projects exceeding $100 million, with a focus on semiconductor manufacturing facilities. This role requires deep expertise in base build construction, cleanroom environments, and hazardous materials infrastructure, along with strong capabilities in entitlement processes, project controls, contract administration, and experience with Superfund or environmentally sensitive sites.

Candidates with prior experience working for a General Contractor are strongly encouraged to apply, as this background brings valuable insight into construction execution, field coordination, and contractor management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle of large-scale capital construction projects, from entitlement and design through construction, commissioning, and turnover.
• Manage base build construction including site development, structural systems, MEP infrastructure, and architectural finishes.
• Oversee the design and delivery of ISO-classified cleanrooms, ensuring compliance with semiconductor industry standards and operational requirements.
• Coordinate the integration of hazardous materials systems (e.g., chemical delivery, gas distribution, exhaust and abatement systems) in accordance with EH&S and regulatory standards.
• Navigate entitlement processes, including permitting, zoning, environmental impact assessments, and stakeholder engagement.
• Implement and maintain robust project controls including cost management, schedule tracking, risk mitigation, and performance reporting.
• Administer contracts, change orders, claims, and procurement strategies in alignment with company policies and legal requirements.
• Provide leadership and oversight on projects involving Superfund or environmentally sensitive sites, ensuring environmental compliance and remediation coordination.
• Collaborate with internal teams, external consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies to ensure project alignment and successful delivery.
• Deliver executive-level reporting and presentations on project status, risks, and strategic decisions.

The Ideal Candidate will have the Following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or equivalent field experience.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in construction project management, with a proven track record of delivering $100M+ capital projects.
• Demonstrated knowledge of various construction project delivery models (e.g., Design-Build, CM at Risk, IPD) and contract types (Lump Sum, GMP, Cost-Plus)
• Extensive experience in semiconductor or high-tech facility construction, cleanroom design/build, and hazardous materials infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of entitlement processes, environmental permitting, and regulatory frameworks.
• Proficiency in project controls tools and methodologies (e.g., cost management, scheduling, earned value analysis, etc....).
• Demonstrated experience in contract administration, including negotiation, claims resolution, and vendor management.
• Experience with Superfund sites or similar environmentally regulated projects is highly desirable.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Additional Desired Attributes or Beneficial Experience

• Familiarity with tool install coordination, facility startup, and commissioning in semiconductor environments.
• ​Knowledge of Fire Life Safety and Gas Life Safety Systems and requirements.
• Prior experience working for a General Contractor is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of EH&S protocols, OSHA standards, and environmental remediation practices.
• Experience working in live manufacturing environments with minimal disruption to operations.

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 20% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

No

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.