Sr. Construction Project Manager

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking a Senior Construction Project Manager in Bastrop, TX. This role focuses on the design and activation of infrastructure and large capital projects. Responsibilities include overseeing the entire lifecycle of construction projects, managing contracts, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field and over 8 years of professional experience in construction management. Competitive compensation with potential for extended hours and travel is offered.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience in engineering, architecture, or construction management.
• Experience managing major construction projects, including estimating and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full lifecycle of construction projects, ensuring on-time and under-budget delivery.
• Provide guidance on project scope and costs while evaluating proposals from contractors.
• Manage contracts, regulatory approvals, and site safety requirements.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

Ability to operate basic earthmoving equipment

Proficiency with GPS, AutoCAD, Bluebeam

Strong teamwork and communication skills

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or construction management

Tools

AutoCAD

Project management software

Job description

Overview

SpaceX was founded with the belief that a future of exploring the stars is fundamentally exciting. SpaceX is developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. This role is the Sr. Construction Project Manager for the Construction Projects team in Bastrop, TX, focusing on design, build, and activation of infrastructure, facilities improvements, and large capital projects. Based in Bastrop, TX (Austin area).

Responsibilities

• Oversee and own the full lifecycle of multidisciplinary construction projects to achieve on-time, under-budget delivery with customer satisfaction. Includes: providing guidance on preliminary scope and ROM costs; gathering proposals from architects, engineers, vendors, and contractors; evaluating bids; reviewing proposals for accuracy and cost-saving opportunities; developing final project cost and schedule; implementing controls to track cost, schedule, and scope; writing and managing construction contracts through close-out; facilitating regulatory approvals; resolving field design and construction issues in real time; managing site safety and environmental requirements for contractors; tracking and approving invoicing; coordinating with end users and facilities teams for building operations and maintenance; managing night shifts/early morning contractors; handling ad-hoc new projects; and maintaining project tools, documentation, and folder systems; interacting with contractors, fabricators, and internal customers.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or construction management, or 4+ years of experience in construction management
• 8+ years of professional experience in engineering, architecture, or construction management

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and calculations; ability to mark up and highlight coordination items
• Ability to operate basic earthmoving equipment
• Proficiency with GPS, Total Stations, AutoCAD, Bluebeam or Adobe Acrobat, and project management software
• Experience with major construction project management including estimating, cost control, schedule, and contractor management
• Ability to manage priorities across multiple projects with minimal guidance and in a fast-paced environment
• Strong independent and teamwork skills, initiative, and effective communication
• Familiarity with jurisdictional permitting and environmental agency processes; knowledge of vendor interactions across civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, piping, geotechnical, and surveying
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (preferred)

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work at elevated heights and in outdoor environments (heat, cold, rain, snow)
• Physical ability to stand, lift, and carry moderately heavy materials or equipment (up to 25 lbs unassisted)
• Exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
• Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as needed; on-call support for emergencies; travel up to 15%
• Compliance with ITAR/U.S. export regulations as applicable

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or other protected status.

For accessibility, SpaceX may require reasonable accommodations; applicants requiring accommodations may contact [e-mail].