SpaceX · 6 hours ago
Construction Superintendent, Civil (Starship)
Cape Canaveral, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expSpaceX 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. As a critical member of the Starship 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.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Oversee and own the day-to-day site management of a fast-paced, high impact construction project including the responsibilities below:
Manage a team dedicated to construction site logistics/operations, including work schedules, project progress, and resource allocation
Planning, implementation, and enforcement of construction site logistics to enable broader project goals and schedule
Management of 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
Maintain, implement, and iterate SpaceX provided construction barricades as needed
Maintain jobsite SWPP and enforce compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
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
Schedule & oversee quality / inspections of projects under construction for heavy-civil projects
Identify hazards/risks for underground utility & excavation works for large public-works style projects
Review, audit, and enhance MOT controls for roadway projects under construction by SpaceX
Understand existing site safety hazards and proactively mitigate hazards through work planning, reviewing contractor JHA’s, and overseeing day-to-day work
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
Manage 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
Responsibility for contractor badging & security through Cape/Kennedy Space Center badging process
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
5+ years of professional experience in the construction industry with experience leading a construction labor force
Oversee and own the day-to-day site management of a fast-paced, high impact construction project
Manage a team dedicated to construction site logistics/operations, including work schedules, project progress, and resource allocation
Planning, implementation, and enforcement of construction site logistics to enable broader project goals and schedule
Management of 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
Maintain, implement, and iterate SpaceX provided construction barricades as needed
Maintain jobsite SWPP and enforce compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
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
Schedule & oversee quality / inspections of projects under construction for heavy-civil projects
Identify hazards/risks for underground utility & excavation works for large public-works style projects
Review, audit, and enhance MOT controls for roadway projects under construction by SpaceX
Understand existing site safety hazards and proactively mitigate hazards through work planning, reviewing contractor JHA's, and overseeing day-to-day work
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
Manage 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
Responsibility for contractor badging & security through Cape/Kennedy Space Center badging process
Preferred
Field experience in a technical field or in managing a multi-discipline team of contractors/laborers
Previous experience with project management and scheduling software
Basic proficiency with AutoCAD
Knowledge of processes of jurisdictional permitting and/or environmental agencies
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
Company
SpaceX
SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.
1001-5000 employees
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