US - General Engineering & Skilled Trade Project Manager 4

Company: EMD Millipore Corporation

Job Title: Construction and Safety Manager

Job Type: Contract

Location: San Jose, CA (100% On-Site)

Pay Range: $96.19/hour

Job Overview – Attractive Summary

We are seeking an experienced Construction and Safety Manager to lead critical capital projects in San Jose, CA. In this high-impact role, you will oversee construction, safety, and quality initiatives for a $25M project involving retrofit and expansion of advanced semiconductor R&D cleanroom facilities. This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, values safety excellence, and enjoys collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects on time and with zero incidents. 🚧✨

What’s the Job? – Responsibilities Only

• Oversee construction sites, general contractors, and workers to ensure the highest standards of safety and quality
• Partner with safety and quality teams to resolve concerns and drive incident reporting, investigations, and corrective actions
• Coordinate daily construction activities and ensure contractor efficiency
• Ensure all work aligns with project specifications, procedures, and approved plans; address deviations promptly
• Manage change control processes, including reviewing contractor proposals and supporting negotiations
• Track and review contractor schedules and progress alongside project management
• Prepare and review weekly/monthly construction progress and cost reports
• Lead and participate in project updates, including safety and quality meetings
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution
• Support contractor permitting efforts and coordinate inspections with authorities and engineers
• Conduct quality assurance inspections throughout and after project completion
• Support onboarding of contractors, crews, and project personnel
• Drive safety programs, including root-cause analysis, incident tracking, and closure verification
• Provide KPI reporting (construction hours, safety metrics, progress updates) to stakeholders
• Perform additional duties as assigned
  
  

What’s Needed? – Candidate Profile Only

• 8–10 years of experience in construction management, including commercial and cleanroom environments
• Strong knowledge of construction technology, safety standards, and quality principles
• Experience with cleanroom construction and chemical production process installations
• OSHA 30 certification (minimum requirement)
• Ability to conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies
• Experience interpreting ASME, ACI, and building construction standards
• Proven experience with accident investigations and reporting
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite
• First Aid and CPR certification
• Strong leadership, communication, and presentation skills
• Excellent problem-solving, conflict management, and multitasking abilities
• Must have California project experience and be local to the San Jose area
  
  

What’s in It for Me? – Role Benefits

• Opportunity to lead high-visibility, large-scale projects with significant impact
• Collaborative and safety-driven work environment 🤝
• Exposure to cutting-edge semiconductor and cleanroom technologies
• Professional growth through complex project execution and cross-functional leadership
• Competitive hourly compensation
  
  

Benefits – If Provided

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay
  
  

Call to Action

If you’re a driven construction leader passionate about safety, quality, and delivering complex projects, we want to hear from you! Apply today and take the next step in your career. 🚀

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