Construction Supervisor

SpaceX

Starbase, TX

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for candidates with hands-on construction management experience who can lead multi-discipline teams in extreme outdoor environments.

Best fit for

Candidates with hands-on construction management experience and multi-discipline team leadership skills
— “supervise a team dedicated to construction site logistics/operations”
Individuals with a history of managing construction assets and ensuring jobsite cleanliness
— “Manage SpaceX construction assets (trailers, portas, rental equipment, etc.)”
Professionals who can handle extreme weather conditions and work in high-noise environments
— “Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain”

Things to consider

Must be a U.S. citizen or have appropriate authorization to work with SpaceX
— “applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident”
Role requires physical stamina for lifting and working at elevated heights
— “Ability to work at elevated heights (200+ feet)”
Candidates should be prepared for extended hours and weekend work as needed
— “Must be available to work extended hours and weekends when needed”

How to stand out

Highlight experience in managing contractor relationships and project schedules
— “Create, enforce, and iterate on schedules for workers and subcontractors”
Demonstrate expertise in reading and approving shop and fabrication drawings
— “Experience reading, reviewing, and approving shop and fabrication drawings”
Emphasize ability to adapt to changing priorities and maintain urgency
— “Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while maintaining a high sense of urgency”

Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

oversee construction projects
manage site logistics
coordinate project implementation

Typical background

2+ years of professional experience in engineering, construction management, architecture or facilities management

Skills & requirements

Required

Construction Site SupervisionProject ManagementSafety PoliciesLogistics CoordinationBudgetary Costs

Preferred

Project Management SoftwareMultiple Disciplines KnowledgeRapid Role Change

Stack & domain

Construction Site LogisticsProject ManagementSchedulingContractor ManagementSafety PoliciesField CoordinationConflict ResolutionSite LogisticsProject ImplementationCost ControlSchedule ManagementProject Management SoftwareShop And Fabrication DrawingsCommunicationTeam LeadershipProblem SolvingDecision MakingCollaborationConstructionEngineeringFacilities Management

About the role

Original posting from SpaceX via Greenhouse

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.
CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISOR
As a critical member of the Starbase Infrastructure 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.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversee the day-to-day site supervision of a fast-paced, high impact construction project including the responsibilities below:
Supervise a team dedicated to construction site logistics/operations, including work schedules, project progress, and resource allocation
Plan, implement, and enforce construction site logistics to enable broader project goals and schedule
Manage SpaceX construction assets (trailers, portas, rental equipment, etc.)
Implement and enforce SpaceX safety policies. Drive the safety culture on the jobsite through contractor and internal partners
Daily field coordination and conflict resolution for contractors and internal partners
Manage site logistics, including daily deliveries, offloading, inventory, storage, and staging of SpaceX purchased materials
Responsible for jobsite cleanliness
Create, enforce, and iterate on schedules for workers and subcontractors in conjunction with engineering and project management team
Maintain a daily log for the job site’s operations, reporting to management as necessary
Oversee the procurement and execution of specific construction projects as delegated by the engineering & project management team
Provide budgetary costs based upon the preliminary scope of the project
Gather proposals from contractors; assign contracts upon receipt of all proposals
Develop the final cost and schedule for the sub-project, and implement controls as needed to manage cost, schedule and scope
Coordinate project implementation and track project status
Coordinate with end user and facilities team for building operations and maintenance
Supervise night shift contractors as project work requires
Make changes in the operation as necessary to best meet construction deadlines, triage issues to engineering & project management team as necessary to ensure schedule and quality are adequate
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
2+ years of professional experience in engineering, construction management, architecture or facilities management
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Field experience in a technical field or in supervising a multi-discipline team of contractors/laborers
Previous experience with project management and scheduling software
Understanding of multiple disciplines such as civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, piping, geotechnical, and surveying
Experience with project management of construction projects including estimating, cost control, schedule, and contractor management
Experience reading, reviewing, and approving shop and fabrication drawings
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:
Ability 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, rain
Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
Must be available to work extended hours and weekends when needed based on site operational needs; flexibility required
Valid driver’s license
Travel may be required based on specific project tasks
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 EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

Source: SpaceX careers (Greenhouse)