Sr. Construction Project Manager - Warranties (Starbase Development)

SpaceX
Starbase, TX
On-site

Who this role is best for

Best suited to candidates with hands-on construction experience in residential and commercial infrastructure working in a high-velocity, onsite environment.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with hands-on experience in residential and commercial construction quality assurance
    — “own construction quality assurance and the warranty program for residential and commercial infrastructure”
  • Individuals who can lead process improvements and special projects with autonomy
    — “Lead small-to-medium process improvement and special projects, exercising independent judgment and significant autonomy”
  • Professionals with a background in reviewing technical specifications and blueprints
    — “Skilled in reviewing, interpreting, and approving residential drawings, fabrication plans, blueprints, and technical specifications”

Things to consider

  • Onsite presence is mandatory with no remote work flexibility
    — “This position is based in Starbase, TX and requires being onsite – remote work not considered”
  • Must be available for extended hours and weekends due to project deadlines
    — “Must be available to work extended hours and weekends when needed based on project deadlines”
  • Travel to multiple SpaceX locations is a requirement for mission-critical projects
    — “Must be willing to travel to various SpaceX locations for mission critical projects”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with warranty investigations and systemic improvements in your resume
    — “Perform investigations and root cause analyses on known warranty issues”
  • Emphasize your ability to manage project controls and coordinate with maintenance teams
    — “Manage all project controls for warranty work, including scheduling, coordination with maintenance teams”
  • Showcase your collaboration with architects, contractors, and internal stakeholders
    — “Build and maintain relationships with contractors, vendors, fabricators, architects”
  • Demonstrate your expertise in multiple residential development technical disciplines
    — “Expertise across residential development technical disciplines, including civil/site work”
  • Include examples of leading special projects with independent judgment
    — “Lead small-to-medium process improvement and special projects, exercising independent judgment”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • high-quality construction
  • effective warranty programs
  • efficient project management
Typical background
construction managementfacilities managementquality assurance

Skills & requirements

Required

Construction QAWarranty ManagementProject ControlsRoot Cause AnalysisProcess ImprovementFacilities Development

Preferred

AI In Construction

Stack & domain

Construction ManagementEngineeringArchitectureQuality AssuranceWarranty ManagementLeadershipCommunicationTeam ManagementResidential ArchitectureFacilities Development

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. CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER, WARRANTIES (STARBASE DEVELOPMENT)

The Starbase Development Team is seeking a Sr. Construction Project Manager, Warranties to own construction quality assurance and the warranty program for residential and commercial infrastructure in Starbase, TX. This role will own build quality and performance initiatives and serve as the primary liaison between the design, construction, and maintenance teams throughout construction and the project life cycle.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage quality assurance during construction, including reviewing 3rd party reports, performing independent inspections, issuing reports with corrective actions, and documenting as-built conditions

Perform investigations and root cause analyses on known warranty issues; create plan of action to address root causes and identify discrepancies between design intent and as-built conditions

Manage all project controls for warranty work, including scheduling, coordination with maintenance teams, and budgeting as needed

Hold builders and vendors accountable for construction quality and warranty performance

Proactively review designs with an eye for prevention of future warranty issues, driving systemic continual improvements based on lessons learned

Oversee warranty repairs from initiation through verified completion, maintaining clear program documentation and reporting

Lead small-to-medium process improvement and special projects, exercising independent judgment and significant autonomy

Build and maintain relationships with contractors, vendors, fabricators, architects, and internal stakeholders to align with residential project goals

Partner with facilities teams and end-users to transition spaces into fully operational, low-maintenance environments post-construction

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or architecture; OR 6+ years of professional construction, closeout, or warranty experience in lieu of a degree

5+ years of hands-on professional experience in residential architecture, engineering, construction management, or facilities development

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

2+ years of experience working in a quality assurance, quality control, or warranty-related field

Working knowledge of typical residential warranty structures (workmanship, systems, envelope, structural, manufacturer)

Expertise across residential development technical disciplines, including civil/site work, structural framing, mechanical/HVAC, electrical systems, plumbing, geotechnical analysis, and surveying

Skilled in reviewing, interpreting, and approving residential drawings, fabrication plans, blueprints, and technical specifications

Thrive in high-velocity environments, pivoting roles swiftly while sustaining urgency, precision, and results

Exceptional independent thinker and collaborative team player, with initiative, clear communication, and a bias for action

 ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

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

Must be willing to travel to various SpaceX locations for mission critical projects

Must be available to work extended hours and weekends when needed based on project deadlines or residential operational requirements

Physical ability to lift and transport materials or tools (up to 25 lbs.) across construction sites

Occasional travel may be required to support other Spaceport Development project activations and turnovers

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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