Director of Construction Operations in Tempe, Arizona at Foresight On-Site

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 (FOS) is transforming semiconductor construction, and we're looking for an exceptional executive to help shape what's next. As one of the industry's fastest-growing C4 licensed semiconductor construction companies, we're building a senior leadership team to support our next phase of growth; from more than 100 employees today to over 300 in the coming years. Backed by Foresight Technologies, a global leader in high-purity manufacturing with more than 1,000 employees across Arizona and Malaysia, you'll have the opportunity to lead an organization uniquely positioned to deliver innovative construction solutions for the world's leading semiconductor manufacturers. Foresight Technologies is a leader in manufacturing for 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

The Director of Operations is responsible for the overall leadership, helping to define strategic direction, operational performance, and overall success of Foresight's construction business. Reporting directly to the President of Foresight's parent company, this executive provides leadership across project management, field operations, staffing, customer relationships, quality, safety, and operational excellence.

This position will drive continued growth while maintaining Foresight's reputation for exceptional quality, customer service, and technical expertise in semiconductor piping systems and related process utility construction.

This role offers significant opportunities for advancement as the organization continues its rapid growth.

Essential Responsibilities

Executive Leadership

• Provide overall leadership and direction for the construction organization.
• Develop and execute strategic initiatives that support company growth.
• Establish performance expectations and accountability throughout the organization.
• Lead managers responsible for project management, field operations, and support functions.
• Foster a culture focused on safety, quality, customer satisfaction, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Report operational performance, and strategic initiatives directly to executive leadership.
• Provide executive oversight of operational performance, operational efficiency, forecasting, budgeting, and resource planning to ensure sustainable growth and exceptional project execution.

Business Development & Customer Relationships

• Develop trusted executive relationships with key customers while identifying opportunities to expand existing partnerships, secure new business, and support long-term strategic growth.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to customers throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify new business opportunities and strategic partnerships.
• Participate in customer presentations, project planning, and executive reviews.
• Represent the company at industry events and networking opportunities.
• Develop and execute strategic initiatives that expand market share, strengthen customer partnerships, and position Foresight On-Site as the preferred semiconductor construction partner.

Construction Operations

Provide executive oversight for:

• Semiconductor piping construction
• Process piping
• Plumbing systems
• Chemical delivery systems
• Mechanical installations
• Off-site manufacturing and modular fabrication
• Project execution
• Field service operations
• Staffing and workforce planning

Technical Leadership

Maintain a thorough understanding of:

• Semiconductor piping specifications
• Process piping systems
• Process utilities
• Chemical distribution systems
• P&IDs
• Site walk evaluations
• Project Constructability Reviews
• Installation methods
• Quality standards
• Industry codes and specifications
• Experience with multiple Estimating systems
• Provide technical guidance throughout project planning and execution.

Manufacturing Integration

Champion integration between engineering, off-site manufacturing, and field construction to maximize productivity, improve quality, reduce project costs, and accelerate project delivery by integrating offsite manufacturing with onsite delivery.

• Identifying fabrication opportunities that improve cost, quality, and speed of delivery
• Help to develop strong Construction teams with expertise to identify and separate out off-site production opportunities
• Support clear definition of Chemical Equipment requirements to allow successful system production
• Build strong team to support design and management of the off site production operations

Operational Excellence

Lead continuous improvement initiatives by:

• Standardizing business processes
• Improving project execution
• Implementing automation
• Developing and continuously improving KPIs
• Utilizing advanced Excel and reporting tools
• Supporting ERP and digital workflow improvements to drive efficiency and visibility
• Drive innovation through digital technologies, automation, and standardized business processes.
• Promote Lean thinking and continuous improvement across all departments.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Recruit, develop, and mentor high-performing leaders.
• Build succession plans for critical positions.
• Promote collaboration across departments.
• Drive employee engagement and accountability.

Qualification (Required)

• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience within semiconductor and process piping construction.
• Strong relationships with core customers within Fab Construction ecosystem
• Demonstrated advancement through increasingly responsible leadership positions.
• Extensive experience with:
• Semiconductor piping systems
• High-purity piping
• Mechanical FAB construction
• Project management
• Estimating
• Site management
• Staffing
• Project costing
• Quality Systems
• Champion a culture where safety, quality, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction are foundational to every decision.
• Strong understanding of:
• P&IDs
• Specifications
• Constructability
• Site walks
• Proven leadership of large construction organizations.
• Strong financial and business acumen.
• Excellent communication and executive presentation skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency.
• Experience implementing automated business systems.
• Establish relationships throughout the semiconductor industry.
• Demonstrated ability to build customer confidence and long-term partnerships.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• Experience with chemical system design and build.
• Experience in integrating off-site manufacturing and modular construction into project delivery.
• Lean Construction or Operational Excellence experience.
• PMP or other relevant industry certifications.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a visionary executive who combines deep expertise in C4 licensed semiconductor construction, process piping systems, and operational leadership with strong business acumen and a passion for building exceptional organizations. They are equally comfortable developing long-term strategies, mentoring high-performing leaders, cultivating executive customer relationships, reviewing complex project opportunities, and driving continuous improvement through innovation and operational excellence. Most importantly, they inspire confidence, build winning teams, and create a culture where people, quality, and customer success thrive together.

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.