Sr. Section Manager - Construction Safety

GlobalFoundries inc.; Essex Junction (VT); On-site; USD 98,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

GlobalFoundries in Essex Junction, VT is seeking a Sr. Section Manager - Construction Safety to lead safety programs for construction projects within an active manufacturing facility.

This on-site role requires coordinating with site leadership, contractors, and employees to drive safe work practices and regulatory compliance. You will develop and implement EHS&S programs, review permits, conduct field audits, manage a team of safety professionals, and support emergency response planning.

Qualifications

• Education – bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred
• Experience - Minimum 8 years of construction safety experience
• Skills – Safety leadership, risk assessment and hazard recognition, contractor management, incident investigation, regulatory compliance, communication and influence, problem solving and accountability and integrity
• Travel - Up to 10%
• Fluency in English language—both written and verbal
• Physical capacity to wear PPE and lift up to 50 lbs

Responsibilities

• Promote and drive a strong site-wide safety culture through leadership, coaching, engagement, and continuous improvement
• Lead and support development, implementation, and compliance of EHS&S programs, procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Lead a team of Construction Safety Professionals (contractors)
• Identify hazards, assess risks, and implement controls for operations and construction activities
• Conduct field inspections, audits, pre-job reviews, and safety assessments
• Review safety documentation including JHAs, permits to work, and contractor safety plans
• Investigate incidents and drive corrective actions to closure
• Respond to site incidents and lead containment and investigation activities
• Analyze safety performance data and drive proactive improvements
• Deliver safety training, orientations, and coaching
• Support site audits, management system reviews, and industrial hygiene programs
• Provide technical safety guidance for new equipment and projects
• Participate in emergency response planning and ERT operations
• Maintain safety records and assist with regulatory compliance; occasional regional travel

Skills

Safety leadership

Risk assessment

Hazard recognition

Contractor management

Incident investigation

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Project management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in occupational safety or related field

Job description

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:

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Sr. Section Manager - Construction Safety to lead and support safety programs for construction projects and contractor activities in a fast-paced environment within an active manufacturing facility, at the Essex Junction, Vermont “Fab 9” site. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements, company safety standards, and industry best practices while fostering a strong safety culture across project teams. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing construction safety programs, conducting field audits, and partnering with project stakeholders to drive safe work practices in a dynamic, operational setting. This will be a fully on-site role, at the Essex, VT facility M-F (7am - 4pm) with some flexibility on evenings / weekends per the needs of the business.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Promote and drive a strong site-wide safety culture through leadership, coaching, engagement, and continuous improvement initiatives

• Lead and support the development, implementation, and compliance of EHS&S programs, procedures, and regulatory requirements, including OSHA and company standards

• Lead a team of Construction Safety Professionals (contractors)

• Partner with site leadership, project managers, contractors, and employees to identify hazards, assess risks, and implement effective controls for operational and construction activities

• Conduct field inspections, audits, pre-job reviews, behavioral observations, and safety assessments to ensure safe work practices and regulatory compliance

• Review and approve safety documentation including pre-task plans, Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), permits to work, risk assessments, and contractor safety plans

• Investigate incidents, near misses, and safety concerns; facilitate root cause analysis and ensure timely implementation and closure of corrective actions

• Respond to site incidents and take a lead role in containment and investigation activities

• Analyze safety performance data and trends to develop proactive improvement plans and drive operational excellence

• Deliver safety training, orientations, coaching, and professional development to employees, contractors, and site personnel

• Support site audits, self-assessments, management system reviews, and industrial hygiene programs, including exposure assessments and monitoring plans

• Provide technical safety guidance and consultation for new equipment, tools, processes, and construction projects

• Participate in and support emergency response planning, preparedness activities, and Emergency Response Team (ERT) operations, including emergency coverage as required

• Maintain safety records, prepare reports, support regulatory compliance activities, and perform additional duties as assigned, including occasional regional travel

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 manager

Required Qualifications:

• Education – bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred

• Experience - Minimum 8 years of construction safety experience

• Skills – Safety leadership, risk assessment and hazard recognition, contractor management, incident investigation, regulatory compliance, communication and influence, problem solving and accountability and integrity

• Travel - Up to 10%

• Fluency in English Language – both written & verbal

• Physical Capacity Demands – ability to work and support the site Emergency Response team, including use of an SCBA and level A/B hazmat equipment, lifting up to 50lbs on occasion, wearing any PPE as required

• Project management skills - i.e., the ability to innovate and execute solutions that matter; the ability to navigate ambiguity

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Strong planning & organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education – master’s degreein Occupational Safety, Environmental Health and Safety, Construction Management, Engineering, and/or related field

• Experience – Minimum of 8 - 10 years of relevant experience within Construction safety related fields

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST), Occupational Health and Safety Technologist (OHST), or equivalent certification

• Thorough working understanding of OSHA Standards and Regulations (1910/1926)

Expected Salary Range

$98,000.00 - $176,000.00

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 [e-mail] 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.

All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third‑party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law