Manager, Construction

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

3 weeks of paid vacation

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP is seeking a Manager of Construction to lead a team in designing and building office spaces worldwide. This role involves managing projects, coordinating workloads, and ensuring high standards of quality and efficiency in construction.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline, 4+ years in construction management, and the ability to drive projects from conception to completion. Comprehensive benefits include competitive salary, stock options, and extensive health coverage.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in architecture, engineering, or construction management.
• Experience leading a team in construction.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of construction project engineers and architects.
• Coordinate workload and prioritize tasks.
• Interface with senior leaders for construction updates.
• Ensure quality and workmanship of projects.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management or architecture

Tools

Project management software

AutoCAD

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.

MANAGER, CONSTRUCTION

As the Manager of Construction, you will own the responsibility of leading a technically excellent team to design and build office spaces across the globe. This leader will directly impact the foundation of the many SpaceX sites and work daily with executive-level staff. The quality of our work is a direct reflection of our values, and the impact is immense. You will be able to operate with autonomy to solve diverse and complex problems, excel at managing multiple projects at a time, and mentor, coach, and train others. You will have the opportunity to drive positive change and own projects from start to finish, with the goal of making the SpaceX international and domestic offices efficient and impactful, ultimately leading to making life multiplanetary.

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
• Coordinate workload for individuals and steer prioritization
• Forecast and respond to construction project issues and escalations
• Interface with senior leaders (VP/executive) and provide construction updates
• Improve process planning by which construction projects are formulated, priced, approved, executed, and reviewed; implement full lifecycle improvements with the goal of providing on-time and under budget delivery with customer satisfaction
• Perform construction project management responsibilities as follows:
  • Manage tools and folder systems relating to the organization of our construction projects
  • Meet with end users/customers to establish scope of work
  • Provide budgetary cost based upon the preliminary scope of the project
  • Gather proposals from architects, engineers and contractors, and assign contracts upon receipt of all proposals
  • Develop the final cost and schedule for the project, and implement controls as needed to manage cost, schedule and scope
  • Facilitate city, county, governmental, and landlord approvals as applicable
  • Coordinate project implementation, and track project status
  • Visually inspect to ensure the quality and workmanship of projects
  • Manage contractor payments and lien releases
  • Work with the facilities team and end users in order to operationalize the post-construction building operations and maintenance functions
  • Provide closeout packages to the facilities team
  • Maintain “as-built” record plans
• Take on new projects ad-hoc as the business needs

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

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, 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.

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Equal Opportunity Employment

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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