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Construction Project Manager, Starbase Infrastructure

Starbase, TXFull TimePosted 2 months ago

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Required skills

construction management
contracts
project scheduling
budgeting
quality control
logistics
operational coordination
contractors
fabricators
cost control

Nice to have

architecture
construction science
project management software
AutoCAD
jurisdictional permitting
environmental agencies

Role summary

SpaceX is seeking a Construction Project Manager for its Starbase Infrastructure team in South Texas. This role involves managing the full lifecycle of multidisciplinary construction projects, from design and contract writing through to close-out and operational handover. Responsibilities include project controls (scheduling, budgeting, quality control, logistics), contractor management, resolving field conflicts, and ensuring on-time, under-budget delivery. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of experience in construction management or engineering, with preferred experience in specific engineering disciplines, AutoCAD, and jurisdictional permitting.

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER, STARBASE INFRASTRUCTURE

As a member of the Starbase team, you will work with a group of elite engineers and project managers across multiple disciplines to design, build, and commission infrastructure for a variety of projects at Starbase as well as other SpaceX Facilities. You will influence design and own projects from start to finish to build Starbase into Earth’s first interplanetary port. This position is based in South Texas (Brownsville/South Padre area).RESPONSIBILITIES:

Write and manage design, engineering, and construction contracts across multiple disciplines through contract close-out

Perform project control tasks including project scheduling, budgeting, quality control, logistics, and operational coordination

Manage all aspects of multidisciplinary construction projects, both as an administrator and in the field

Interact with contractors, designers, fabricators, and internal customers

Resolve design and construction conflicts in real-time in the field

Oversee and own the full lifecycle of projects to achieve on-time and under-budget delivery with customer satisfaction. The following project management responsibilities apply:

Manage tools and folder systems relating to the organization of our construction projects

Provide budgetary estimates based upon the preliminary scope of the project

Gather proposals from architects, engineers and contractors; award contracts upon receipt of all proposals

Develop the final cost and schedule for the project, and implement controls as needed to manage cost, schedule, and scope

Review technical submittals

Facilitate city, county, and governmental approvals

Coordinate project implementation and track project status

Coordinate with end user and facilities team for building operations and maintenance

Manage night shift contractors as project work requires

Communicate with internal legal team in case of contractual dispute

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree

3+ years of professional experience in construction management or engineering

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in architecture, construction management, construction science, or an engineering discipline

Experience with project management and scheduling software

Design experience in a technical field

Basic proficiency with AutoCAD

Knowledge of processes of jurisdictional permitting and/or environmental agencies

Understanding of multiple disciplines such as civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, geotechnical, and surveying

Experience with project management of major construction projects including estimating, cost control, schedule, and contractor management

Experience reading, reviewing, and approving shop and fabrication drawings, blueprints, and technical manuals

Ability to rapidly change roles and responsibilities while maintaining a high sense of urgency in a high-paced, challenging work environment

Ability to work independently and in a team, take initiative, and communicate effectively

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Valid driver’s license

Occasional travel may be required to support vehicle operations at production and launch sites

Stand: Up to 6 hours per day

Sit: Up to 3 hours per day

Push/Pull: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) 1-2 hours per day

Overhead reach: Up to 1 hour per day

Walk: Up to 3 hours per day

Lift/Carry: Up to 25lbs. (unassisted) 1-2 hours per day

Climb (ladder/stairs): Up to 1 hour per day

Kneel/Crouch: Up to 1 hour per day

Upper body twist: Up to 1 hour per day

Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees up to 1 hour per day

Candidate must be capable of safely performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description. Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

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