KLA
Project Controls Manager

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Company Overview
KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world’s leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow’s electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.
Group/Division
The KLA Global Workplace Services (GWS) team is passionate about enabling the business goals and company culture through the delivery of workplace environments and services that foster teamwork, innovation and productivity. Our team runs a worldwide portfolio of over 3 million square feet, 135 sites and over 12,000 employees. In addition to ensuring the workspace and manufacturing facilities operate seamlessly, this group also provides employee and site services, such as cafeteria, transportation, security, and safety. The team is responsible for all construction and site improvement work to enable the business needs as well as align with the financial requirements.
Job Description/Preferred Qualifications
KLA is seeking a highly skilled Project Controls Manager (PCM) with expertise in cost estimating, cost control, planning & scheduling, and contracts management. The PCM will collaborate closely with the Corporate Facilities team, Contractors/Consultants, A/E firms, Regulatory Bodies, and various internal teams including Legal, Real Estate, Finance, Purchasing, and Insurance. The PCM will take ownership of cost, schedule, and contracts for all capital projects and will coordinate executive-level reporting on a monthly and quarterly basis.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage cost, schedule, and contracts for all capital projects
- Coordinate with the Global Workplace Services (GWS) team for executive-level reporting (Monthly Business Reviews, Quarterly Business Reviews, Strategic Planning, Facilities Resource Allocation Meetings)
- Issue project-level and portfolio-level reports
- Support the GWS team in gathering project-level information for the Long-Range Plan
- Liaise with corporate management to assist in obtaining project funding in FRAM (Facilities Resource Allocation Meeting)
- Report on cost, schedule, risk, contracts, and issues for all global capital projects
- Support Project Managers (PMs) during bid solicitation, tabulation, evaluation, and award
- Management of Consultants/Contractors
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Scope of Responsibility:
- Handle a broad range of projects varying in dollar value and complexity, from simple to complex manufacturing retrofit projects
- Develop project funding documents with the project team
- Assist in budget, schedule, change management, cost and schedule risk analysis, cash flow analysis, and developing historical cost data for benchmarking
- Review and analyze engineering and contractor cost estimates, bids, change orders, invoices, labor rates, and physical engineering/construction progress
- Budget, track, and control KLA costs as well as engineer/contractor costs
- Onsite presence required at least 3 days per week; travel approximately 20%
Technical Ability Requirements:
- Strong technical knowledge in construction, cost, and schedule management
- Strong analytical skills for estimate analysis, bid evaluations, budget monitoring, cash flow analysis, risk analysis (Quantitative and Qualitative Risk modeling), and benchmarking project costs
- Proficient in all types of estimating from conceptual through definitive construction estimates
- Proficient in computer systems including MS Office, database programs, scheduling software, Excel spreadsheets.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Software Skills:
- Expert in Oracle Primavera Cloud, Primavera (P6) planning, Procore, Estimation software such as Timberline or similar, Excel, Visio, and other Office Tools, PowerBi.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution. Masters preferred
- Minimum Eight (8) years of experience in commercial and industrial construction in project controls (Cost Control, Scheduling, and Estimating)
- Preferred experience in the microelectronic or pharmaceutical industry with knowledge of cleanrooms and process piping/MEP scope
- Experience in other related industries is also acceptable
Base Pay Range: $121,500.00 - $206,600.00 Annually
Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLA
KLA’s total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, development and career growth opportunities and programs, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave.


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KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at talent.acquisition@kla.com or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation.
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