Bastrop Campus Planning Manager

SpaceX; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX Bastrop campus seeks an experienced Campus Planning Manager to own strategic site planning and growth for the Bastrop campus. You will lead long-term infrastructure strategy as production operations scale.

The role requires strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and a track record in large-scale programs, with the ability to coordinate with internal teams and external partners to accelerate campus development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Urban Planning is required.
• Proven track record in long-term planning and stakeholder engagement preferred.
• Experience with regulatory navigation and large-scale campus development is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain the master utility and facility sheet.
• Develop and manage the master site plan forecasting years ahead.
• Drive land planning and usage strategies for campus expansion.
• Build relationships with local government, landowners, and stakeholders.
• Partner with Government Affairs to expedite regulatory approvals.
• Collaborate with construction, operations, and site leadership on priorities.
• Lead and manage utility expansions from planning to execution.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory navigation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Urban Planning

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Smartsheet

AutoCAD

GIS software

Job description

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.

BASTROP CAMPUS PLANNING MANAGER (BASTROP)

SpaceX is seeking an experienced, driven Bastrop Campus Planning Manager to own strategic site planning and growth for our expanding the Bastrop campus. This role will lead the site's long-term infrastructure strategy as we scale production operations and facilities. Ideal candidates will possess excellent communication and organizational skills, experience managing technical requirements across large-scale programs, and a proven ability to build strong relationships with internal and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain the master utility and facility sheet, managing inputs from stakeholders, challenging requirements, and ensuring accuracy and alignment with site needs.
• Develop and manage the master site plan, forecasting many years ahead to proactively address growth requirements and infrastructure demands.
• Drive high-level land planning and usage strategies to optimize campus expansion and efficiency.
• Build and maintain relationships with local government officials, landowners, and key stakeholders to identify and secure partnerships as needed.
• Partner closely with the Government Affairs team to expedite regulatory approvals and remove blockers.
• Cultivate strong, collaborative partnerships with construction, operations, and site leadership teams to align on priorities and execution.
• Lead and project manage utility expansions over time, from planning through implementation, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Urban Planning.
• 5+ years of experience in site planning, facilities management, or infrastructure project management.

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Proven track record in long-term planning, stakeholder engagement, and regulatory navigation.
• Strong project management skills, with experience using tools like MS Project, Primavera, Smartsheet, or similar.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Experience in high-growth industrial sites, utilities expansion, or campus development.
• Familiarity with Texas land use regulations, permitting processes, and local government dynamics.
• Advanced degree (e.g., MBA, Master's in Engineering/Planning) or PMP certification.
• Proficiency in GIS software, AutoCAD, or site modeling tools.

Additional Requirements

• Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
• Able to travel up to 10% on an ongoing basis.

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.

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