Coherent is a global leader in photonics, developing advanced laser, optical and materials technologies that enable semiconductor manufacturing, AI infrastructure, advanced communications and precision industrial applications worldwide.
Director, Real Estate & Construction Project Management
What You’ll Be Doing
- Lead a diverse portfolio of real estate, construction and facilities initiatives across Europe, from early planning and scope definition through delivery and handover.
- Partner with regional business leaders, local facility teams and the global facilities function in a matrixed organization, aligning priorities and turning business needs into practical plans.
- Coordinate architects, engineers, consultants, vendors and contractors; develop specifications and RFPs; support contractor selection; and oversee work to agreed quality, safety, schedule and budget standards.
- Manage project budgets, resources, contracts, schedules and risks, providing clear, consistent capital-project updates and recommendations to senior leaders.
- Support local facility leaders with planning and budgeting for modifications, including estimates for equipment, labour, materials and related costs.
- Maintain regional facilities-footprint metrics in line with corporate standards and report regularly to the global head of facilities.
- Identify opportunities to improve space utilization and reduce facilities, utilities and investment costs while protecting service quality and operational reliability.
- Assess operational and project risks, develop mitigation plans, and support site closures and other complex facility changes when required.
- Help standardize facilities practices, strengthen KPI reporting and improve coordination across sites.
- Handle confidential technical, operational and business information with sound judgment.
What You’ll Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management or a related field.
- At least 10 years’ experience in engineering or construction management, including 5 or more years managing construction projects in a corporate environment.
- Experience leading multiple projects and contractors at the same time, with a strong record of managing scope, cost, schedule and delivery.
- Strong project and construction management capability, including scope development, equipment-layout planning, RFP development, contractor selection and construction oversight.
- Knowledge of safety and environmental requirements, EH&S practices and the handling of hazardous or toxic substances.
- Understanding of cleanroom environments, tool installation and equipment hookups; experience in semiconductor, laser or other advanced manufacturing environments would be an advantage.
- Familiarity with work-order platforms, KPI reporting and building management systems (BMS).
- Excellent organization, leadership, communication and presentation skills, including the ability to explain project status and recommendations to audiences at different levels.
- A collaborative, influential approach, with the judgment to work through differing views, negotiate constructively and draw on the expertise of others.
- The ability to turn plans and goals into action, engage teams, evaluate progress and provide useful feedback and solutions.
- Fluent written and spoken English, with high standards of ethics and professionalism.
What We Offer
Our benefits vary by country and role. Depending on your location, your package may include:
- Competitive base salary and annual incentive eligibility
- Employer-supported pension or retirement provision
- Health, wellbeing and employee-assistance programmes
- Life and income-protection benefits
- Flexible-working arrangements, where compatible with the role
- Learning and professional-development opportunities
- Employee recognition and share programmes.
Our ICARE Values
- Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust
- Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
- Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome
- Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone
- Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work
About Us
Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!
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Director of Construction and Real Estate in Glasgow employer: Coherent Corp.
Coherent Corp. is an exceptional employer located in Scotland, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration within the Legal Operations team. Employees benefit from comprehensive growth opportunities, including training in cutting-edge technologies like automation and AI, while enjoying a supportive environment that values process improvements and efficiency. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking organisation that prioritises meaningful contributions and professional development.
