Sr. Construction Superintendent

As a member of the Construction Projects Team, you will oversee the coordination and field execution of facilities construction projects. You will work with Design Engineers, Construction Project Managers, Facilities and Maintenance technicians, vendors, and internal partners to support SpaceX’s goals of developing world-class facilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate facilities projects to ensure vendors meet standards while delivering promised services, materials, and craftsmanship
• Plan and direct construction activities of internal resources as well as all involved subcontractors for each phase of construction and lead coordination meetings between trades
• Work hand-in-hand with the Construction Projects Team to maintain accurate records of daily logs, progress reports, and financial reports related to the construction of facilities
• Enforce contract expectations from subcontractors and communicate any discrepancies
• Approve work performed by subcontractors and handle any related issues
• Authorize payments of subcontractors upon thorough inspection of work
• Maintain a safe work site by implementing safety requirements, enforcing safe work habits, observing OSHA requirements, and complying with applicable agencies' regulations
• Verify all checklists are complete and inspections are scheduled and passed
• Monitor cleanliness and hold subcontractors responsible for daily clean-up
• Schedule and manage subcontractors to make designated warranty repairs
• Develop and maintain rapport with subcontractors, operators, and inspectors
• Coordinate inspections with local officials
• Review and manage project request tickets, including creating work orders when needed and managing their completion
• Create purchase orders as necessary to support timely project execution, including rentals, materials, or subcontractor labor

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 8+ years of experience in the construction industry
• 4+ years of experience leading the coordination of multiple trades on site
• Ability to work extended hours and/or weekends as necessary to meet business needs
• Ability to provide 24x7 on-call support in emergency situations
• Physical effort including standing, lifting, and carrying moderately heavy materials or equipment (25 lbs.)
• Occasional travel may be required based on project tasks
• Willingness to work outdoors in an environment requiring exposure to extreme temperatures and elevations
• 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

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Knowledge of electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC/R), concrete, framing, and industrial gas trade
• Knowledge of basic engineering and construction principles and methods
• Ability to conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers
• Skilled in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and calculations; ability to mark up and highlight coordination items
• Demonstrated ability to independently and effectively manage projects in an extremely fast-paced and changing environment
• Proficient knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite tools and PDF editor software such as Bluebeam or Adobe Acrobat
• Ability to work in a high-stress environment balancing several projects at any given time and the flexibility to adjust for abrupt changes in strategic direction

This position is based in Bastrop, TX.