Construction Design Lead – Mission-Critical Facilities

LotusWorks; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Life, Short-Term, Long-Term Disability

Training and Education Assistance

401k Retirement Plan

Extra Annual Leave with Years of Serv

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Recognition Rewards

Job summary

LotusWorks in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a Construction Design Manager to lead design management across multi‑discipline teams for semiconductor facilities, ensuring alignment with project objectives. You will drive project scoping, feasibility, and detailed design, review DCNs and RFIs, and provide technical guidance as the Owner’s representative to keep schedules and costs on track.

The ideal candidate will collaborate with Engineering Managers, Program Managers, field teams, and contractors

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (any related discipline) is required.
• Proof of education, licenses, and certifications will be required where applicable.
• Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience in design management, engineering, or construction within semiconductor or mission-critical industry.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead early project engagement and serve as the first contact for new construction initiatives.
• Facilitate project tracker approvals and drive scoping completion with stakeholders.
• Review and approve Initial Cost Requests (ICRs) and Design Change Notices (DCNs).
• Attend and contribute to all design review meetings and IFC package approvals (target: 48 hours).
• Maintain scope and budget alignment through active management of the Trend Log and design processes.

Skills

Design management

Cross-functional leadership

Multi-discipline design

RFIs & submittals

Communication & decision-making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

LotusWorks in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a Construction Design Manager to lead design management across multi‑discipline teams for semiconductor facilities, ensuring alignment with project objectives. You will drive project scoping, feasibility, and detailed design, review DCNs and RFIs, and provide technical guidance as the Owner’s representative to keep schedules and costs on track.

The ideal candidate will collaborate with Engineering Managers, Program Managers, field teams, and contractors