Construction Superintendent

Construction SuperintendentAs a critical member of the Texas construction projects team, you will supervise and lead a group of laborers and contractors to enable the build and activation of infrastructure for a variety of projects in Starbase, TX.Responsibilities:Oversee and own the day-to-day site management of a fast-paced, high-impact construction project, including the responsibilities below:Manage a team dedicated to construction site logistics/operations, including work schedules, project progress, quality control, and resource allocationPlanning, implementation, and enforcement of construction site logistics to enable broader project goals and scheduleManagement of SpaceX construction assets (trailers, portable restrooms, rental equipment, etc.)Implement and enforce SpaceX safety policies; drive the safety culture on the job site through contractor and internal partnersDaily field coordination and conflict resolution for contractors and internal partnersManage site logistics, including daily deliveries, offloading, inventory, storage, and staging of SpaceX-purchased materialsResponsible for job site cleanlinessMaintain, implement, and iterate SpaceX-provided construction barricades as neededMaintain job site storm water pollution prevention plan (SWPP) and enforce compliance with local, state, and federal regulationsCreate, enforce, and iterate on schedules for workers and subcontractors in conjunction with the engineering and project management teamMaintain a daily log for the job site's operations, reporting to management as necessaryOversee the procurement and execution of specific construction projects as delegated by the engineering & project management teamProvide budgetary costs based upon the preliminary scope of the projectGather proposals from contractors; assign contracts upon receipt of all proposalsDevelop the final cost and schedule for the sub-project, and implement controls as needed to manage cost, schedule, and scopeCoordinate project implementation and track project statusCoordinate with the end user and facilities team for building operations and maintenanceManage night shift contractors as the project work requiresMake changes in the operation as necessary to best meet construction deadlines, triage issues to the engineering & project management team as necessary to ensure schedule and quality are adequateResponsible for contractor badging & security through SpaceX security teamWhen necessary (~10% of the time), this superintendent will be asked to help with the hands-on skilled trade workBasic Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalency certificate3+ years of professional experience in the construction or aerospace industries with experience leading or coordinating a labor force3+ years of hands-on experience with a construction trade skillPreferred Skills and Experience:Field experience in a technical field or in managing a multi-disciplinary team of contractors/laborersPrevious experience with project management and scheduling softwareBasic proficiency with 2D or 3D modeling programsKnowledge of processes of jurisdictional permitting and/or environmental agenciesUnderstanding of multiple disciplines such as civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, piping, geotechnical, and surveyingExperience with project management of construction projects, including estimating, cost control, scheduling, and contractor managementExperience reading, reviewing, and approving shop and fabrication drawingsAbility to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while maintaining a high sense of urgency in a high-paced, challenging work environmentAbility to work independently and in a team, take initiative, and communicate effectivelyAdditional Requirements:Standard hours for this position are 7:00 AM - 5:00 PMMust be available to work extended hours and weekends when needed, based on site operational needs; flexibility requiredAbility to work at elevated heights (200+ feet)Physical effort with lifting and carrying materials or equipment (up to 25 lbs.)Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rainWork performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noiseValid driver's licenseOccasional travel may be required to support vehicle operations at production and launch sites (<10%)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 View email address on click.appcast.io.