SMTS - Facilities / Construction Project Management

About GlobalFoundries:

GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.

Summary of Role

The Sr. Member of Technical Staff - Facilities / Construction Project Management is responsible for the planning, coordination, execution, and successful delivery of complex semiconductor tooling and facilities infrastructure construction projects. Serving as the GlobalFoundries Owner’s Representative, this position will work in close partnership with the on-site Construction Manager, General Contractor, engineering organizations, equipment teams, Facilities, Manufacturing, and other key stakeholders to safely deliver projects that meet business, schedule, cost, quality, and operational objectives. The successful candidate will have a proven track record managing fast-paced, technically complex construction projects, preferably within semiconductor manufacturing, advanced technology manufacturing, pharmaceutical, life sciences, data center, or other highly technical industrial environments. This role requires a working knowledge of process tool installation, cleanroom construction, facility infrastructure, specialty gas and chemical systems, mechanical and electrical utilities, exhaust systems, controls, and commissioning. The individual must be comfortable working in an active manufacturing environment where construction activities must be carefully coordinated with ongoing facility and production operations. This is an onsite role supporting the Essex Junction, Fab 9 location, working Mon - Fri daytime hours with additional flexibility for weekends / evenings as needed.

Essential Responsibilities:

Project Leadership & Execution

• Deliver projects safely, on schedule, within budget, and ready for operations.
• Manage semiconductor tool-installation and infrastructure projects from planning through commissioning and turnover.
• Serve as GlobalFoundries’ Owner’s Representative, driving safety, scope, schedule, cost, quality, and operational readiness.
• Develop execution plans, manage risks and changes, resolve project issues, and provide leadership reporting.
• Demonstrate strong ownership, accountability, collaboration, and judgment in a fast-paced environment.

Construction Management

• Act as the primary interface with Construction Managers and General Contractors.
• Coordinate contractors, engineering, Facilities, Manufacturing, EHS, and other stakeholders.
• Monitor contractor performance and lead issue resolution to protect project objectives.

Semiconductor Construction & Tool Installation

• Oversee cleanroom projects, tool installation and hookups, facility utilities, HVAC, electrical systems, specialty gas/chemical systems, process utilities, controls, commissioning, and startup activities.
• Ensure seamless integration with facility infrastructure and operational requirements.
• Successfully integrate tool installations with supporting infrastructure.
• Ensure effective commissioning, startup, and project turnover.

Project Controls

• Manage project scope, budget, schedule, forecasting, and change control.
• Proactively identify and resolve project risks and issues.
• Partner with engineering, procurement, construction, and project controls teams to maintain project performance and documentation.
• Drive successful project completion and turnover to Operations.

Stakeholder Management

• Partner with cross-functional teams to align project execution with business and operational priorities.
• Communicate project status, risks, resource needs, and key decisions.
• Build alignment across technical, operational, and construction organizations.
• Build strong partnerships with construction, facilities, manufacturing, and equipment teams.

Safety & Operational Excellence

• Champion construction safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Hold contractors accountable for safety and performance.
• Minimize impacts to manufacturing operations and drive continuous improvement.
• Drive continuous improvement through standardization and lessons learned.

Other Responsibilities:

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements, and programs
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor / manager

Required Qualifications:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related technical field.

Experience

• Minimum 8 years managing construction, engineering, or industrial capital projects.
• Fluency in English language - both written and verbal
• Experience leading complex projects in industrial or advanced manufacturing environments.
• Background as an Owner’s Representative, Construction Project Manager, or similar client-side role.
• Proven ability to manage contractors, engineering teams, suppliers, stakeholders, and multiple concurrent projects.
• Strong experience with scope, schedule, cost, risk, quality, and change management.
• Limited domestic and/or international travel may be required

Technical Expertise

• Knowledge of semiconductor or advanced manufacturing facilities.
• Experience with tool installation, commissioning, cleanroom construction, and facility modifications.
• Familiarity with mechanical, electrical, HVAC, utilities, controls, gas, chemical, and specialty systems.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, schedules, and technical documentation.
• Strong understanding of construction safety, quality, project controls, scheduling, and cost management.

Leadership

• Demonstrated ownership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams and contractors.
• Skilled at managing competing priorities, mitigating risks, and operating in fast-paced environments.
• Committed to safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education - Master's degree in mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering or technical related field
• Experience - 9+ years' experience with multiple wafer fab facilities and in the Semiconductor Manufacturing industry
• Direct semiconductor fabrication facility construction experience.
• Experience executing construction activities within an operating cleanroom or manufacturing facility.
• Experience with advanced-technology manufacturing, pharmaceutical, life sciences, data center, or other technically intensive facilities.
• Experience with major brownfield expansions or facility renovations.
• Familiarity with specialty gas, chemical, exhaust, ultrapure/process water, electrical, HVAC, and process-support systems.
• PMP, CCM, PE, or equivalent professional certification.

Expected Salary Range

$118,000.00 - $210,000.00

The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. 

An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations. 

GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory. 

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