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Construction Project Controls Engineer

9/30/2025

The Construction Project Controls Engineer is responsible for creating and maintaining comprehensive project schedules, tracking milestones, and reporting deviations. They will also identify scheduling risks and support the engineering and construction teams in implementing trackable KPIs.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

10,001+ employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Established in 1987, TSMC is the world's first dedicated semiconductor foundry. As the founder and a leader of the Dedicated IC Foundry segment, TSMC has built its reputation by offering advanced and "More-than-Moore"​ wafer production processes and unparalleled manufacturing efficiency. From its inception, TSMC has consistently offered the foundry segment's leading technologies and TSMC COMPATIBLE® design services. TSMC has consistently experienced strong growth by building solid partnerships with its customers, large and small. IC suppliers from around the world trust TSMC with their manufacturing needs, thanks to its unique integration of cutting-edge process technologies, pioneering design services, manufacturing productivity and product quality. The company's total managed capacity reached above 9 million 12-inch equivalent wafers in 2015. TSMC operates three advanced 12-inch wafer fabs, four eight-inch wafer fabs, one six-inch wafer fab (fab 2) and two backend fabs (advanced backend fab 1 and 2). TSMC also manages two eight-inch fabs at wholly owned subsidiaries: WaferTech in the United States and TSMC China Company Limited. TSMC also obtains eight-inch wafer capacity from other companies in which the Company has an equity interest. TSMC is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange (TWSE) under ticker number 2330, and its American Depositary Shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the symbol "TSM"​.
About the Role

Construction Project Controls Engineer

 

At TSMC Arizona, brilliance can ignite a world of innovation and launch a promising future. The world’s most brilliant innovators entrust us to transform their ideas into world-changing products that impact millions of lives. As long as you have the same passion to pursue excellence, you will find your fit here.

 

TSMC Arizona is looking for a Construction Project Controls Engineer to join our new fab project, located in sunny Phoenix, Arizona. As a Construction Project Controls Engineer, you will demonstrate a strong sense of reliability and enthusiasm and will possess an attitude that embodies our core values – Integrity, Commitment, Innovation and Customer Trust.

 

TSMC Arizona’s Design & Construction Department responsibilities will encompass code interpretation, project planning and scheduling, resource monitoring and control, interface coordination, as well as oversight on quality, safety, and security.

 

Responsibilities:

  • General responsibility of the Construction Project Controls Engineer:
  • Schedule Development & Monitoring:
    • Create and maintain comprehensive project schedules milestones, covering all phases from building, facility, and utility completion.
    • Track project milestones and ensure timely execution of each phase.
    • Monitor progress and report deviations from the schedule, providing corrective actions to minimize delays.
    • Manpower and activity duration/date record for the ongoing project to provide benchmarks in the future.
    • Perform milestone schedule updates and communicate adjustments to relevant teams.
  • Risk Management & Problem Solving:
    • Identify and assess potential scheduling risks.
    • Observe and notice for unforeseen scheduling conflicts or delays.
  • Reporting & Documentation:
    • Supporting engineering team, construction team, and contractors to build implementing trackable construction KPIs, quantify the productivity, tacking logs, and holding subcontractors accountable to their actual progress to inform management of current plan.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States and have:

 

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field, such as Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering.
  • 3+ years of experience in the U.S.in construction scheduling, ideally for large-scale industrial or semiconductor projects.
  • Familiar with project scheduling software (Microsoft Project, etc), data analysis software (Excel, etc) and reporting software (PowerPoint, Word, etc) is a plus.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on efficiency and accuracy.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to manage cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with semiconductor facility construction or high-tech manufacturing environments is preferred.
  • Understanding of Arizona local construction regulations and practices is a plus.
  • Strong communication skills are essential for effectively interacting with team members and stakeholders.
  • Exceptional problem-solving abilities are necessary for successfully working under pressure.
  • Flexibility to change priorities and responsibilities to support business needs.
  • Willing to work in a clean room environment.
  • Mandarin proficiency is a plus for communication with global TSMC teams.

 

Personality Characteristics:

  • Highly enthusiastic and interested in semiconductor manufacturing facility construction.
  • Possess independent thinking, research, and operational abilities.
  • Ability to innovate, think quickly, and align with key stakeholders to provide solutions.

 

Work Location: 5088 W. Innovation Circle, Phoenix, AZ 85083

 

Candidates must be willing and able to work on-site at our Phoenix Arizona facility.

 

Standard work hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM

 

Application Consideration Consent:

By applying to this position, I acknowledge and agree that my application and qualifications may be considered for other roles within the company. However, I reserve the right to withdraw my consent for future consideration of other roles within the company at any time.

 

As a valued member of the TSMC family, we place a significant focus on your health and well-being. When you are at your best—physically, mentally, and financially—our company thrives. TSMC offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits program that includes:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans: Choose the options that best fit your and your family’s needs.
  • Income-Protection Programs: Financial assistance during injury or illness.
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: Secure your financial future with competitive employer contributions.
  • Paid Time-Off Programs and Holidays: Recharge and spend quality time with loved ones.

 

TSMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If you need an accommodation as part of the application process, please contact P_LOA@tsmc.com.

 

TSMC Arizona maintains the right to change or assign other duties to this position

 

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of TSMC Arizona’s pre-employment screening process. This process may include verifying the candidate’s identity, confirming legal authorization to work in the offered position's location, educational background and a comprehensive background check, where permitted by local regulations.

 

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Key Skills
Construction ManagementProject ManagementEngineeringSchedulingData AnalysisReportingCommunicationProblem SolvingRisk ManagementInterpersonal SkillsAnalytical SkillsFlexibilityInnovationIndependent ThinkingResearchOperational Abilities
Categories
ConstructionEngineeringManufacturing
Benefits
MedicalDentalVision PlansIncome-Protection Programs401(k) Retirement Savings PlanPaid Time-Off Programs and Holidays
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