Construction Project Manager, Warranties (Starbase Development)

SpaceX is developing technologies to enable humanity to explore the stars and ultimately live on Mars. The Starbase Development Team is seeking a Construction Project Manager, Warranties to own construction quality assurance and the warranty program for residential and commercial infrastructure in Starbase, TX. This role will manage build quality and performance initiatives and serve as the primary liaison between design, construction, and maintenance teams throughout the construction and project life cycle.

Responsibilities

• Manage quality assurance during construction, including reviewing third‑party reports, performing independent inspections, issuing reports with corrective actions, and documenting as‑built conditions.
• Perform investigations and root‑cause analyses on known warranty issues; create action plans to address root causes and identify discrepancies between design intent and as‑built conditions.
• Manage all project controls for warranty work, including scheduling, coordination with maintenance teams, and budgeting as needed.
• Hold builders and vendors accountable for construction quality and warranty performance.
• Proactively review designs to prevent future warranty issues, driving systemic continual improvements based on lessons learned.
• Oversee warranty repairs from initiation through verified completion, maintaining clear program documentation and reporting.
• Lead small‑to‑medium process improvement and special projects, exercising independent judgment and significant autonomy.
• Build and maintain relationships with contractors, vendors, fabricators, architects, and internal stakeholders to align with residential project goals.
• Partner with facilities teams and end‑users to transition spaces into fully operational, low‑maintenance environments post‑construction.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or architecture; or 6+ years of professional construction, closeout, or warranty experience in lieu of a degree.
• 4+ years of hands‑on professional experience in residential architecture, engineering, construction management, or facilities development.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• 2+ years of experience working in a quality assurance, quality control, or warranty‑related field.
• Working knowledge of typical residential warranty structures (workmanship, systems, envelope, structural, manufacturer).
• Expertise across residential development technical disciplines, including civil/site work, structural framing, mechanical/HVAC, electrical systems, plumbing, geotechnical analysis, and surveying.
• Skilled in reviewing, interpreting, and approving residential drawings, fabrication plans, blueprints, and technical specifications.
• Ability to thrive in high‑velocity environments, pivoting roles swiftly while sustaining urgency, precision, and results.
• Exceptional independent thinker and collaborative team player, with initiative, clear communication, and a bias for action.

Additional Requirements

• Position based in Starbase, TX; onsite work required (remote work not considered).
• Willingness to travel to various SpaceX locations for mission‑critical projects.
• Availability to work extended hours and weekends when needed based on project deadlines or residential operational requirements.
• Physical ability to lift and transport materials or tools (up to 25 lb) across construction sites.
• Occasional travel may be required to support other Spaceport Development project activations and turnovers.

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, the applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (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.