Sr. Architectural Project Manager (Starbase Development)

SpaceX
Starbase, TX
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Best suited to candidates with extensive capital project experience working in aerospace or large-scale campus development environments, particularly those with a background in architectural design and construction management.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 7+ years of experience in capital projects and a background in architectural design or construction management
    — “7+ years of professional experience with architecture and/or engineering of capital projects
  • Professionals who have managed complex multi-disciplinary construction projects in commercial or residential settings
    — “Experience with project management of major ground-up commercial or residential developments
  • Individuals with the ability to coordinate across multiple engineering disciplines and stakeholders
    — “Coordinate project designs with responsible engineers for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, network, audio-visual, fire & life safety systems

Things to consider

  • This role requires full-time, on-site presence in Starbase, TX with no remote work flexibility
    — “This position is based in Starbase, TX and requires being onsite – remote work not considered
  • Candidates must meet U.S. export regulations, which may limit eligibility
    — “To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national...

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with large-scale campus development and multi-disciplinary coordination in your resume
    — “Experience with city planning or master planning for large campuses or developments
  • Demonstrate proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu, and scheduling software in interviews
    — “Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu and project scheduling software
  • Showcase your ability to manage contracts and resolve conflicts in real time during interviews
    — “Write, negotiate, and manage design and construction contracts... resolves design and construction conflicts in the field in real time
  • Emphasize your experience with project controls, including scheduling and cost management
    — “Own project controls, including schedule and cost; actively drive projects to meet target budgets and timelines
  • Include examples of conceptual 3D renderings and design visualization work in your portfolio
    — “Produce conceptual 3D renders and visualizations to support project design reviews
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · TeamLevel · Senior

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What success looks like

  • Successfully managed architectural construction projects
  • Coordinated with multiple stakeholders
Typical background
Architecture or engineering backgroundExperience in project management

Skills & requirements

Required

Project ManagementArchitectural DesignConstruction ManagementStakeholder CoordinationContract ManagementPermitting

Preferred

RevitAutocadRendering SoftwarePMP Certification

Stack & domain

Project ManagementArchitectural DesignConstructionEngineeringCommunicationTeamworkLeadership

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.

SR. ARCHITECTURAL PROJECT MANAGER (STARBASE DEVELOPMENT)

As a member of the Starbase Development team you will lead the delivery of architectural construction projects across residential, commercial, and industrial settings that ultimately support the rapid production of Starship and build the Starbase campus as the Gateway to Mars.

You will manage projects from conception, construction, completion and closeout while coordinating with stakeholders, engineers and construction project managers across multiple disciplines.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage projects from end-to-end, including design, permitting, procurement, construction and close-out

Serve as the primary point of contact between design teams, internal engineering teams, contractors, subcontractors, maintenance teams, end users and other project stakeholders

Define project requirements and prepare preliminary designs including siting, massing, and programming

Produce conceptual 3D renders and visualizations to support project design reviews

Own project controls, including schedule and cost; actively drive projects to meet target budgets and timelines

Write, negotiate, and manage design and construction contracts with subcontractors across multiple disciplines through contract close-out

Coordinate project designs with responsible engineers for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, network, audio-visual, fire & life safety systems

Manage permitting and inspection processes with local jurisdictions and authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs)

Manage submittals, requests for information (RFIs), change orders, reviews shop or fabrication drawings, and resolves design and construction conflicts in the field in real time

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in an architecture, architectural engineering, or other engineering discipline

7+ years of professional experience with architecture and/or engineering of capital projects

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Experience with project management of major ground-up commercial or residential developments, including estimating, cost control, scheduling, and contractor management

Experience with city planning or master planning for large campuses or developments

Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu and project scheduling software

Experience with rendering software (V-Ray, D5, Enscape, or similar)

Strong written and verbal communication and negotiation skills

Self-motivated and works autonomously and efficiently in a dynamic team environment

Licensed architect in the state of Texas or Project Management Professional (PMP)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be available to work extended hours and weekends when needed, based on site operational needs; flexibility required

This position is based in Starbase, TX and requires being onsite – remote work not considered

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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