Project Manager, Operations Manager
Listed on 2026-01-17
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Engineering
Operations Manager
Project Manager — High-Purity Process Piping | Semi & Pharma
Location: Costa Mesa, CA
Industry: Mechanical Contracting & Construction
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary Range: $80,000-$140,000
Lead high-spec piping projects for top semiconductor and biotech clients.
A leading mechanical contractor is hiring an experienced Project Manager with hands‑on expertise managing process piping construction in cleanroom, high‑purity, or advanced fab environments.
This role covers the full project lifecycle: pursuit, estimating, procurement, execution, and field coordination — all while upholding the strict install standards required in semiconductor and pharmaceutical builds.
What you’ll do:- Manage complex piping projects from kickoff to closeout
- Oversee budgets, schedules, contracts, and field teams
- Ensure QA/QC compliance, orbital welding standards, and non‑contaminant practices
- Act as the main point of contact for clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders
- Mentor junior staff and help build a high‑performing team
- 5+ years managing high‑purity process piping projects ranging from $50K to $25M+
- Familiarity with CDA, nitrogen, steam, specialty gases, and stainless steel piping
- Experience in semiconductor, pharmaceutical, or biotech construction environments
- Understanding of ASME BPE standards and cleanroom protocols
- Mechanical Engineering degree or related background preferred
- Excellent communication skills and proven ability to lead project teams
- Lead complex, high‑tech piping projects for top‑tier clients
- Work with a collaborative, field‑driven project team
- Consistent pipeline of advanced facility work in Arizona
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
- Opportunity to grow with an industry‑respected contractor
Candidates must have direct construction‑side process piping experience. If your background is purely design or plant‑side, this role may not be the right match.
How to apply:Apply here or send us a message to start a confidential conversation. We’re ready to talk when you are.
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