Ultra Pure Water Project Manager, West Lafayette, IN - Semiconductor

WORLD WIDE PROFESSIONAL SOLUTIONS is a project solutions organization committed to implementing lean constructions, collaborative contracting, and execution approaches to enable breakthroughs in performance.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Ultra Pure Water Project Manager / Superintendent to be part of our team in West Lafayette, IN, beginning onsite at the project on or before May 1st 2026. 

The Ultra Pure Water Project Manager / Superintendent is responsible for planning, executing, and supervising all aspects of process gas system installation on semiconductor construction projects. This role ensures the safe, compliant, and on-schedule delivery of high-purity and specialty gas systems critical to semiconductor manufacturing operations.

The successful candidate must be self-motivated, technically skilled, highly organized, communicate clearly and have a proven ability to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment. Candidates’ work history must represent increased levels of responsibility on a progressive basis throughout their career.

*Local Candidates Highly Preferred. A relocation package may be available. Qualified candidates must be authorized to work in the USA*

Key Responsibilities – UPW Project Manager

• Lead and manage all phases of Ultra-Pure Water (UPW) system projects, from design coordination through construction, commissioning, and turnover.
• Oversee scope, schedule, budget, and forecasting for UPW systems, ensuring alignment with overall project milestones and facility readiness requirements.
• Coordinate closely with engineering, design consultants, and contractors to ensure UPW systems meet process requirements, specifications, and cleanliness standards.
• Manage installation of UPW systems, including generation, storage, distribution, and return systems, ensuring compliance with project and industry standards.
• Drive resolution of technical issues, RFIs, and field conflicts, ensuring minimal impact to schedule and system performance.
• Lead submittal reviews, procurement coordination, and vendor management for UPW equipment and materials.
• Ensure strict adherence to QA/QC requirements, including inspection plans, material traceability, and cleanliness protocols for high-purity systems.
• Support and oversee commissioning, flushing, testing, and validation of UPW systems to meet operational and process requirements.
• Coordinate system turnover, including documentation, as-builts, test records, and punch list closure, ensuring readiness for tool install and operations.
• Interface with client stakeholders, operations teams, and facility engineers to ensure successful integration with manufacturing processes.
• Monitor and manage schedule risks and recovery plans related to UPW system delivery and performance.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and safety requirements, including SEMI, NFPA, and project-specific guidelines.

Qualifications – UPW Project Manager 

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction, engineering, or project management within semiconductor, pharmaceutical, or high-tech industrial facilities.

• Proven experience managing Ultra-Pure Water (UPW) systems, including generation, storage, distribution, and return systems.
• Strong understanding of high-purity piping systems, materials (e.g., PVDF, PFA, stainless steel), and cleanroom construction requirements.
• Demonstrated knowledge of applicable codes and standards, including SEMI, NFPA, CGA, and other relevant industry guidelines.
• Experience with system commissioning, flushing, testing, and validation of UPW and process water systems.
• Proficiency in project management tools (Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Excel) and document control platforms (e.g., ACC, BIM 360).
• Strong understanding of QA/QC processes, including inspection plans, material traceability, and cleanliness requirements for high-purity systems.
• Proven ability to manage scope, schedule, budget, and risk across complex, fast-paced projects.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to coordinate across engineering, construction, vendors, and client stakeholders.
• Experience resolving field issues, RFIs, and design coordination challenges in real-time.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience on semiconductor fabrication (fab) projects.
• Familiarity with tool install integration and cleanroom startup requirements.
• OSHA 30 or equivalent safety certification.
• Experience with BIM coordination and modular construction methods.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture or engineering, or related field preferred.
• Equivalent experience in the field will be considered in lieu of formal education.

This is a full-time position for World Wide Professional Solutions. We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, short term disability, long term disability, and a company match retirement plan. All benefits begin the first of the month following your start date.

World Wide Professional Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.