Contractor Service Administrator (Facilities)

SpaceX
Cape Canaveral, FL
On-site

Who this role is best for

Best suited to mid-level facilities professionals experienced in managing multiple service contracts and coordinating with trades in a high-stress, dynamic environment.

Best fit for

  • Facilities managers adept at vendor coordination and emergency response.
    — “Manage, coordinate, and [REDACTED] the liaison for multiple service contracts
  • Self-driven professionals with experience in high-stress operational environments.
    — “Must be comfortable working in a high-stress environment balancing several projects
  • Candidates with certifications in facilities or project management.
    — “Facilities Management Professional (FMP), Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification

Things to consider

  • Requires 24x7 on-call availability for emergency situations.
    — “Ability to provide 24x7 on-call support in emergency situations
  • Must pass a stringent Air Force background check.
    — “Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral

How to stand out

  • Highlight specific examples of improving vendor efficiency.
    — “Work with suppliers to increase efficiency in service delivery
  • Demonstrate experience with multi-trade coordination in past roles.
    — “Capability organizing work with multiple trades
  • Showcase certifications or degrees in relevant fields.
    — “Degree in architecture, engineering, project management, construction management or related field
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · TeamLevel · Mid Level

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What success looks like

  • Managed multiple service contracts
  • Increased efficiency in service delivery
Typical background
Experience in facilities maintenanceProject management skills

Skills & requirements

Required

Facilities ManagementVendor ManagementProject Management

Preferred

FMP CertificationDegree In Construction Management

Stack & domain

Facilities MaintenanceJanitorialDI Water SystemsPest ControlLandscapingWaste ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunicationFMPPMPFacilities ManagementContract 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.

CONTRACTOR SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR (FACILITIES)

SpaceX is preparing to launch at an incredible Launch tempo out of multiple launch complexes and process more Payloads than ever. Existing and future SpaceX facilities are dynamic, adapting to changing requirements. The Contractor Service Administrator is responsible for managing and coordinating multiple service contracts for maintenance of SpaceX facilities. 

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Manage, coordinate, and act as the liaison for multiple service contracts such as janitorial, DI water systems, pest control, fuel distribution, landscaping, waste management, etc.

Partner with Purchasing on the RFP/bid process for multiple service contracts

Coordinate operational schedules for vendors to not affect or slow down the SpaceX operation

Work with suppliers to increase efficiency in service delivery

Ensure vendors meet SpaceX, Air Force and NASA standards while delivering promised services, materials, and craftsmanship in the agreed timeframe

Manage the traffic of operational requests and follow through completing of tasks that require support from vendors SpaceX engages in continued service contract

Interact with tradesman, contractors and building officials to coordinate and execute maintenance repair of facilities support equipment

Direct system repairs of Facilities, HVAC equipment, electrical systems, fire protection, water and plumbing infrastructure, paint, and grounds keeping

Coordinate and facilitate furniture requests to align with site standards

Manage fleet vehicle requests, insurance, tags and maintenance with automotive shop

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

3+ years of experience in facilities maintenance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Facilities Management Professional (FMP), Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification

Capability organizing work with multiple trades 

Degree in architecture, engineering, project management, construction management or related field

Organized and self-driven capable of working independently with little direction

Innovative and futuristic thinking to drive continuous improvement

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral

Ability to provide 24x7 on-call support in emergency situations

Must be comfortable working in a high-stress environment balancing several projects at any given time, and the flexibility to adjust for abrupt changes in strategic direction

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)

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