Tool Install Manager

Job Description: 

Join Intel Foundry Construction and Sourcing (FCS) in building the world's largest semiconductor manufacturing factories across the globe. The scope of our work includes but is not limited to New Wafer Fabrication factories (Fabs), Fab Conversions, Process Tools Install, Infrastructure, and Progressive Build. We are looking for world-class technical talent to join our team. The FCS portfolio delivers billions of dollars in construction projects around the world, and the successful delivery of these contributes to Intel's success.

This is an onsite position in Albuquerque, New Mexico reporting to the Director of Construction.

As a key member of the Project Execution Team, the Tool Install Manager will lead the planning and execution of complex semiconductor tool installation programs. Depending on project scope, this role may function as an individual contributor or a people leader. Success in this position requires strong collaboration with customers, stakeholders, suppliers, and project teams to ensure safe, efficient, and on-time project delivery.

The Tool Install Manager will oversee programs with annual expenditures ranging from 100M to 1B and manage contractor workforces of 100-1000 contingent workers, including general contractors, architecture and engineering firms, and specialized trade partners.
Reporting to the Director of Construction, this position supports day-to-day operations across Intel's Virtual Factory portfolio and is accountable for project execution, supplier management, schedule performance, budget controls, and overall program success without disrupting factory operations.

This role will drive continuous improvements in tool installation capabilities, productivity, agility, supplier performance, workforce development, and construction execution strategies.

Key Responsibilities

Program and Project Leadership

• Lead and manage complex tool installation, conversion, and de-installation programs from design through execution.
• Partner with enterprise stakeholders to deliver successful Tool Install programs aligned with business objectives.
• Lead cross-functional teams responsible for multiple capital and expense projects across semiconductor manufacturing facilities.
• Serve as the site expert for Tool Install Design in partnership with Tool Install Construction Engineering (TICE), Technology Development (TD), and site execution teams.
• Drive project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and operational performance.

Strategic Leadership

• Anticipate, identify, and resolve complex project and operational challenges.
• Build organizational trust, accountability, collaboration, and execution excellence.
• Foster a culture focused on agility, empowerment, simplicity, and results.
• Develop integrated solutions that align business and technical requirements.
• Enable informed decision-making through proactive risk assessment and management.

Supplier and Construction Management

• Develop and maintain world-class supplier and contractor partnerships.
• Drive continuous improvements in safety, quality, schedule performance, and cost efficiency.
• Lead construction programs supporting new fab modules, factory conversions, and strategic facilities projects.
• Champion innovative construction methods, engineering solutions, and industry best practices.

Operational Excellence

• Drive Optimized Cycle Flow (OCF), Lean principles, and Theory of Constraints methodologies to maximize throughput and ramp efficiency.
• Improve productivity, predictability, and cost management across project portfolios.
• Build high-performing, collaborative teams focused on delivering best-in-class results.
  

Culture and Safety

• Promote Intel's Culture of Care and uphold the highest safety standards across all project phases.
• Foster inclusive, collaborative work environment recognized for operational excellence and employee development.
• Serve as a visible leader for safety, innovation, partnership, and customer satisfaction.
• Desired Qualifications and Skills

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to influence and lead across highly matrixed organizations.
• Experience managing large-scale operations, programs, and capital projects.
• Strong strategic thinking and leadership capabilities.
• Proven ability to drive change and decision-making in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent problem-solving skills using structured methodologies and constraint management principles.
• Flexibility to travel or relocate as business needs require.
• Strong commitment to safety and operational excellence.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• 9+ years of demonstrated strategic leadership or program management experience in large-scale construction, semiconductor tool installation, or qualification programs in lieu of a degree or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field, plus
• 6+ years of leadership experience in one or more of the following:
  Tool Install Management
  Design Management
  Engineering Management
  Construction Management
  Module Management

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or PhD with expertise in Program Management and Tool Install/Qualification ramp execution.

Experience in the following:

• Construction project lifecycle.
• Semiconductor facility systems and operations.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Leading semiconductor factory tool installation ramps.

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Position of Trust

Benefits

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.

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