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Construction Superintendent - Texas Construction Projects
SpaceX, Granite Heights, Wisconsin, United States
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SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is 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.
CONSTRUCTION SUPERINTENDENT – TEXAS CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS As a critical member of the Texas construction projects 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 in Starbase, TX.
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, quality control, and resource allocation
Planning, implementation, and enforcement of construction site logistics to enable broader project goals and schedule
Management of SpaceX construction assets (trailers, portable restrooms, 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 job-site cleanliness
Maintain, implement, and iterate SpaceX-provided construction barricades as needed
Maintain jobsite storm water pollution prevention plan (SWPP) and enforce compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
Create, enforce, and iterate on schedules for workers and subcontractors in conjunction with the engineering and project management team
Maintain a daily log for the job site’s operations, reporting to management as necessary
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 the end user and facilities team for building operations and maintenance
Manage night shift contractors as the project work requires
Make changes in the operation as necessary to best meet construction deadlines, triage issues to the engineering & project management team as necessary to ensure schedule and quality are adequate
Responsible for contractor badging & security through SpaceX security team
When necessary (~10% of the time), this superintendent will be asked to help with the hands‑on skilled trade work
Basic Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
3+ years of professional experience in the construction or aerospace industries with experience leading or coordinating a labor force
3+ years of hands‑on experience with a construction trade skill
Preferred Skills And Experience
Field experience in a technical field or in managing a multi‑disciplinary team of contractors/laborers
Previous experience with project management and scheduling software
Basic proficiency with 2D or 3D modeling programs
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, scheduling, 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
Additional Requirements
Ability to work at elevated heights (200+ feet)
Physical effort with lifting and carrying materials or equipment (up to 25 lbs.)
Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain
Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
Must be available to work extended hours and weekends when needed, based on site operational needs; flexibility required. The nominal hours for this role are 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Valid driver’s license
Occasional travel may be required to support vehicle operations at production and launch sites
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 .
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Construction Superintendent - Texas Construction Projects
role at
SpaceX .
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is 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.
CONSTRUCTION SUPERINTENDENT – TEXAS CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS As a critical member of the Texas construction projects 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 in Starbase, TX.
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, quality control, and resource allocation
Planning, implementation, and enforcement of construction site logistics to enable broader project goals and schedule
Management of SpaceX construction assets (trailers, portable restrooms, 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 job-site cleanliness
Maintain, implement, and iterate SpaceX-provided construction barricades as needed
Maintain jobsite storm water pollution prevention plan (SWPP) and enforce compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
Create, enforce, and iterate on schedules for workers and subcontractors in conjunction with the engineering and project management team
Maintain a daily log for the job site’s operations, reporting to management as necessary
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 the end user and facilities team for building operations and maintenance
Manage night shift contractors as the project work requires
Make changes in the operation as necessary to best meet construction deadlines, triage issues to the engineering & project management team as necessary to ensure schedule and quality are adequate
Responsible for contractor badging & security through SpaceX security team
When necessary (~10% of the time), this superintendent will be asked to help with the hands‑on skilled trade work
Basic Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
3+ years of professional experience in the construction or aerospace industries with experience leading or coordinating a labor force
3+ years of hands‑on experience with a construction trade skill
Preferred Skills And Experience
Field experience in a technical field or in managing a multi‑disciplinary team of contractors/laborers
Previous experience with project management and scheduling software
Basic proficiency with 2D or 3D modeling programs
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, scheduling, 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
Additional Requirements
Ability to work at elevated heights (200+ feet)
Physical effort with lifting and carrying materials or equipment (up to 25 lbs.)
Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain
Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
Must be available to work extended hours and weekends when needed, based on site operational needs; flexibility required. The nominal hours for this role are 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Valid driver’s license
Occasional travel may be required to support vehicle operations at production and launch sites
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 .
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