Project Manager 5

US-CA-FremontPosted Jul 27, 2026

The group you’ll be a part of

The Fremont New Facilities Construction Project Manager is part of Lam Research’s Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) organization. GWS delivers safe, sustainable, and high-value solutions that enable Lam’s business operations, including new construction, real estate, space planning, and utility infrastructure.

The impact you’ll make

As the Fremont site Construction Project Manager, you will lead delivery of a major capital project, including a semiconductor cleanroom and central utilities facility.

You will be accountable for end-to-end project execution—from initiation through completion—ensuring delivery on schedule, within budget, and to required quality standards. This role requires strong leadership across cross-functional teams, including design, engineering, construction, and business stakeholders, while driving alignment, risk management, and disciplined execution on a large-scale, complex program.

What you’ll do

In this role, you will:

  • Project Planning & Execution

Define project scope, schedule, and budget, including site feasibility and land use planning.

  • Program & Team Leadership

Lead and coordinate architects, engineers, contractors, and cross-functional stakeholders.

  • Cost Management

Manage budgets, track spend, and ensure cost-effective resource allocation.

  • Schedule Management

Develop and manage schedules, monitor progress, and resolve variances.

  • Stakeholder Communication

Provide clear, concise updates to executive leadership, project teams, and internal customers.

  • Quality & Compliance

Ensure construction meets design intent, quality standards, and code requirements.

  • Contract & Procurement Management

Manage contracts and support procurement of contractors, vendors, and long-lead equipment.

  • Risk & Issue Management

Identify risks, remove obstacles, and lead teams to resolve complex challenges.

  • Reporting & Analytics

Deliver project status, financial reporting, and actionable insights to support decision-making.

  • Process Improvement

Drive continuous improvement of project delivery processes aligned with business strategy.

  • Change Management & Closeout

Manage project changes and ensure proper project closeout.

Who we’re looking for

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field with 12+ years of experience; or Master’s with 10+ years; or equivalent experience
  • 10+ years of project or program management experienceDemonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders
  • Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills

Preferred qualifications

  • Semiconductor industry or global supplier experience is a plus.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Relevant project management certifications such as PMP

Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.

Salary

CA San Francisco Bay Area Salary Range for this position: Min $114,000 - Max $253,000.

The above salary range for this position is relevant to applicants that reside or work onsite in the California, San Francisco Bay Area only. Salary offers will depend on factors that include the location you work from, your level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role. Actual salary may vary from salary offered due to numerous factors including but not limited to unpaid time off, unpaid leave, company mandated shutdown, and other relevant factors.

Our Perks and Benefits

At Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That’s why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits.

Want jobs like this matched to you?

SimpleCareer scores fresh postings against your résumé so you only see the matches that matter.

Get started free