Manager, Construction

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of direct and indirect reports within the construction team, including but not limited to construction project engineers, MEP engineers, designers, architects, and other individuals supporting construction projects
• Cook up and prioritize workload for individuals
• Handle construction project issues and escalations
• Interact with senior leaders (VP/executive) and deliver construction updates
• Enhance process planning for construction projects, ensuring they are formulated, priced, approved, executed, and reviewed throughout their lifecycle; aim for timely and cost-effective completion with customer satisfaction
• Take charge of tools and folders used for organizing construction projects
• Meet with end users/customers to define project scope
• Provide cost estimates based on project scope
• Collect proposals from architects, engineers, and contractors, and assign contracts after receiving all proposals
• Finalize project costs and schedules, and implement necessary controls to manage cost, schedule, and scope
• Secure city, county, governmental, and landlord approvals as needed
• Coordinate project implementation and track progress
• Inspect visually to ensure project quality and workmanship
• Manage contractor payments and lien releases
• Collaborate with the facilities team and end users to operationalize post-construction building operations and maintenance functions
• Prepare closeout packages for the facilities team
• Maintain "as-built" record plans
• Take on new projects as needed

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline, construction management or architecture
• 4+ years of professional experience in architecture, engineering, or construction management
• Experience leading a team in construction

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• 2+ years of leadership experience, either leading 10+ individuals and/or multi-discipline projects that involve direct and/or indirect reports
• Previous experience with project management and scheduling software
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• 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, piping, 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/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
• Construction cost estimate experience

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• 75%+ travel required (domestic and international) based on specific project tasks
• Position requires the ability to work extended hours and weekends when needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Pay Range: Level 1: $175,000 - $220,000 Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

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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