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TerraFirma · 4 weeks ago

Program Director, Federal Construction & Operations

Robot Ranch (Austin,TX)

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

TerraFirma is redefining how the world moves earth for construction, founded by former SpaceX engineers and backed by Bain Capital Ventures. The Program Director will lead a major U.S. Government program delivering remote-controlled heavy equipment for high-impact construction and remediation missions globally.

Responsibilities

Own end-to-end program execution for a major U.S. Government contract, including scope, schedule, budget, compliance, and performance

Lead global field deployment for remote-controlled heavy equipment operations, including staffing, equipment staging, logistics, maintenance, and day-to-day operations across international sites

Serve as primary interface to U.S. Government stakeholders and partners and translate requirements into executable plans, milestones, and operational rhythms

Drive safety and risk management in hazardous environments and enforce a strong safety culture across all field activities

Build and lead multidisciplinary teams including operators, field engineers, technicians, and subcontractors with clear accountability and high execution standards

Own reporting cadence and performance tracking and drive continuous improvement based on lessons learned and government feedback

Qualification

Large-scale construction managementU.S. Government operationsHeavy civil operationsEngineering degreeSafety managementLogistics coordinationPerformance trackingTeam leadership

Required

10+ years of experience leading large-scale construction, remediation, disaster relief, or heavy civil operations

Experience managing U.S. Government overseas construction or contingency operations such as DoW, USACE, DOS, USAID, or similar agencies

Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or related field

Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance

Willing and able to spend significant time in Austin, TX (TerraFirma HQ) and travel internationally as needed, including extended in-country deployments