Director, Global Construction (Taiwan)

The role

This role oversees the entire construction project lifecycle for newly developed logistics centers owned or master-leased by Coupang. The person will lead design, engineering, scheduling, quality, and risk management activities across multiple disciplines.

What you will do

• Lead project management activities for new construction projects in Taiwan
• Oversee and manage the Taiwan Global Construction Team
• Coordinate and collaborate with stakeholders across architectural, mechanical, electrical, telecommunications, and fire protection disciplines
• Conduct site reviews and business feasibility assessments during the early stages of projects
• Review and revise design documents, manage permitting processes, establish design standards, and drive key project decisions
• Conduct technical reviews, develop findings, and recommend alternative solutions
• Assess and analyze the impact of applicable laws and regulations
• Drive process standardization and develop/improve SOPs and SOWs
• Develop and adjust project schedules, analyze causes of delays, and establish recovery plans
• Establish, implement, and document construction execution standards during the construction phase

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 17 years of experience in construction management, including design and construction
• Experience in construction management for logistics facilities, manufacturing plants, or similar building types
• Experience in construction or real estate development project management with strong communication skills
• Experience serving in a managerial role within construction or real estate development organizations
• Strong reporting and presentation skills
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required
• Korean language proficiency is required
• Verbal and written communication skills in either English or Mandarin Chinese

Nice to have

• Experience throughout the full lifecycle of large-scale projects, including planning, design, procurement, construction management, and project closeout
• Possession of relevant professional licenses or nationally recognized technical certifications, such as Registered Architect, Professional Engineer, Master Craftsman, Engineer, or equivalent
• Experience delivering global projects utilizing Korean, English, and Chinese (Mandarin or Taiwanese) in a business environment
• Experience managing construction projects in Taiwan or collaborating with local stakeholders in Taiwan

Before you apply

• Application Review - Job Fit Interview - Focus Interview – Offer
• Hiring may be restricted in case the legal qualifications required for hiring and work performance is not met

About the company

Coupang is a company that aims to make shopping, eating, and living easier. It has a startup culture with the resources of a large global public company.