SpaceX

Builds rockets and runs Starlink satellite internet

Construction Project Manager - Launch Pad Fabrication, Starship

Construction ManagementPosted on Nov 13

Full-timeBrownsville, TX, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related field and at least 3 years of experience in project management in industrial trades such as welding, boilermaking, mechanical work, or control systems; alternatively, at least 7 years of experience in project management in those industrial trades.
Ability to work at elevated heights and outdoors in heat, cold, rain, and snow.
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and lift and carry materials or equipment weighing up to 25 pounds without assistance.
Ability to work in environments with exposure to fumes, odors, and noise.
Ability to provide on-call support during emergencies.
Ability to work independently.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to rotate between day and night shifts as needed.
Availability for overtime and weekends, with flexibility to accommodate varying site operational needs.
Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.

Responsibilities

Oversee and own projects through their full lifecycle, ensuring on-time and under-budget delivery.
Manage all aspects of multi-discipline construction projects in the field.
Perform project-control tasks, including project scheduling and cost control.
Interact with contractors, fabricators, and internal customers.
Enforce safety policies in the field.
Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real time.
Provide budgetary costs based on preliminary project scope.
Gather proposals from architects, engineers, and contractors, and assign contracts after receiving all proposals.
Coordinate project implementation and track project status.
Coordinate with end users and the facilities team on area operations and maintenance needs after project completion.
Develop tools and approaches to support space allocation and adjudication across launch-pad propellant-farm areas.
Coordinate real-estate planning and area-management functions as needed for build areas, including the Sanchez lot and new port GSE factory development.
Take on additional projects as business needs require.

Desired Qualifications

A bachelor's degree in engineering or construction management.
At least 5 years of experience working in industrial trades.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Fluid-system manufacturing experience.
Construction cost-estimating experience.

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, LAUNCH PAD FABRICATION (STARSHIP)  

The construction project manager is responsible for leading the planning and execution of complex construction projects and infrastructure improvements. You will work with other construction managers, engineers, architects, vendors, and internal partners/customers to support these goals. You will have the opportunity to drive positive change and own projects from start to finish with the goal of making the SpaceX campus a world-class manufacturing facility. This position will be in support of the GSE launch fabrication team.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Oversee and own the full lifecycle of projects with on-time and under-budget delivery 
Manage all aspects of multi-discipline construction projects in the field 
Perform project control tasks, including project scheduling and cost control 
Interact with contractors, fabricators, and internal customers 
Ensure Safety policies are strictly enforced in the field 
Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real time 
Provide budgetary costs based on the preliminary scope of the project 
Gather proposals from architects, engineers, and contractors; assign contracts upon receipt of all proposals 
Coordinate project implementation and track project status 
Coordinate with end user and facilities team for area operations and maintenance needs post-project 
Develop tools and approaches to supporting the space allocation and adjudication process across the launch pad propellant farm areas 
Coordinate real estate planning and area management functions as needed for build areas such as the Sanchez lot and the new port GSE factory development.
Take on new projects ad-hoc as the business needs

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: 

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management or related field and 3+ years of experience in industrial trades (weld, boilermaker, mechanical, control systems) project management OR 7+ years of experience in industrial trades (weld, boilermaker, mechanical, control systems) project management

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management 
5+ years of experience working in industrial trades
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification 
Fluid system manufacturing experience 
Construction cost estimate experience

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 

Ability to work at elevated heights, in outdoor environments (heat, cold, rain, snow)
Physical effort including sitting or standing for extended periods of time, lifting and carrying weight such as materials or equipment (up to 25 lbs. unassisted)
Ability to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
Ability to provide on-call support in emergencies
Demonstrated ability to work independently
Occasional travel may be required based on specific project tasks
Valid driver’s license
Ability to rotate between day and night shifts as needed
Must be available for overtime and weekends as the schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility is required
Must be available to travel up to 25% of the time

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 [email protected].

About the Company

SpaceX

Builds rockets and runs Starlink satellite internet

SpaceX builds and launches reusable rockets and spacecraft for NASA, the military, and companies, and it runs Starlink, a satellite internet service for homes and businesses. In 2020, its Dragon capsule became the first privately built spacecraft to carry astronauts to the International Space Station. Its Falcon 9 rocket lands its first stage so the booster can fly again, which cuts launch costs, while Starlink beams internet from low-orbit satellites to small dishes for a monthly fee. SpaceX also owns xAI, maker of the Grok chatbot and owner of the social network X, and is building Starship, a fully reusable rocket meant to carry people to the Moon and Mars. Elon Musk founded SpaceX in 2002, and it is based in Starbase, Texas.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Starbase, Texas
Founded: 2002

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