Tool Install Construction Manager

Overview

Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Tool Install Construction Manager? Then we're looking for you! Check out the job description and apply now! Put your skills to meaningful use, gain unique experience, and work with world‑class team members with diverse backgrounds and expertise who share the same vision.

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Summary: We are proud to announce the establishment of a state-of-the-art Li‑ion battery factory, set amidst the beautiful Kansas City Metro. This groundbreaking green‑field factory will serve as a pioneering hub for innovation in sustainable energy solutions.

If you are passionate about contributing to a sustainable future and being part of a dynamic team shaping the electric vehicle revolution, this opportunity is tailor‑made for you. We are seeking dedicated individuals to join us as full‑time, on‑site team members at our new, state-of-the-art factory located in the thriving city of DeSoto, Kansas.

Job Summary: The Tool Install (TI) Construction Manager will lead the planning and execution of tool installation projects to support high‑tech manufacturing facility development. This role will collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including Manufacturing and Production Engineering, to enhance production efficiency and streamline construction efforts. The ideal candidate will apply innovative solutions to drive process optimization, cost control, and schedule performance. A strong understanding of complex construction systems and stakeholder coordination is essential in this dynamic and fast‑paced environment.

Essential Duties:

• 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

• To ensure the health and safety in the workplace and for the protection of our employees’, wearing PPE is a possibility and includes equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator. A respirator fit test will be required based on functional area.

The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• Preferred: Master’s degree in Engineering or related discipline

• 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…