Overview
HotFoot Recruiters is seeking a dynamic, Mandarin-speaking bilingual General Manager to lead the U.S. operations of a growing construction and facilities engineering company specializing in semiconductor projects. This strategic leadership role is ideal for someone with experience in semiconductor-related procurement, project coordination, or technical sales who can drive business operations, build consensus with upstream partners, and establish an effective cross-border structure between the U.S. and Taiwan teams.
Position : Bilingual General Manager
Location : Phoenix, AZ
Type : Full-Time | Direct Hire
Start Date : October / November 2025 (or sooner)
Work Hours : Monday-Friday 9A-6P
Salary : 80K-100K DOE
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage U.S. operations, ensuring alignment with the company's semiconductor-focused business strategy.
- Collaborate closely with TSMC subcontractors and partners to drive project execution and long-term growth.
- Oversee procurement or sales processes related to semiconductor plant operations (fab utility systems).
- Work with internal stakeholders and upstream partners to establish strong operational structures and gain consensus on technical and business needs.
- Act as the key decision-maker on-site, managing initial and ongoing project needs after contracts are secured.
- Prepare for the eventual integration of engineering and piping personnel from Taiwan to the U.S.
- Interface with both local and overseas teams, aligning U.S. operations with the company's global objectives.
- Represent the company with professionalism, clarity, and cultural fluency in both Taiwanese and U.S. business environments.
Qualifications
5–10 years of experience in management, procurement, sales, or technical project oversight. Strong understanding of semiconductor facility construction, utilities, or fab operations (MEP, piping systems, testing, or commissioning).Proven ability to work cross-functionally with engineering teams, subcontractors, and upstream partners.Demonstrated leadership in establishing U.S. operations or launching local teams for an international company is highly desirable.Must be highly organized, decisive, and capable of working in a startup-like environment with evolving structures.Willingness to work onsite in North Phoenix (both in office and on construction sites).J-18808-Ljbffr