SpaceX

Construction Superintendent

SpaceX • $80K — $95K *
Bastrop, TX 78602In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • 5+ years of experience in the construction industry
  • 2+ years of experience coordinating multiple trades on site
  • Knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC/R, concrete, framing and industrial gas trade
  • Skilled in reading engineering drawings and specifications

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate vendor performance to ensure adherence to standards
  • Plan and direct construction activities involving internal resources and subcontractors
  • Maintain accurate daily logs, progress and financial reports during construction
  • Enforce contract compliance and address discrepancies with subcontractors
  • Authorize subcontractor payments following thorough inspections

Benefits

  • Opportunity to drive positive change and take ownership of projects
  • Dynamic work environment with a focus on world-class facilities
  • Ability to work with a diverse team of professionals and trades
  • Exposure to high-profile projects within SpaceX
  • Potential for professional development in a fast-paced industry
Full Job Description
CONSTRUCTION SUPERINTENDENT

As a member of the Construction Projects Team, you will responsible for overseeing the coordination and field execution of facilities construction projects. You will work with Design Engineers, Construction Project Managers, Facilities and Maintenance technicians, vendors and internal partners to support these goals. You will have the opportunity to drive positive change and own projects from start to finish, with the goal of making SpaceX projects into world-class facilities. This position is based in Bastrop, TX.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Coordinate facilities projects to ensure vendors meet standards while delivering promised services, materials, and craftsmanship
  • Plan and direct construction activities of internal resources as well as all involved subcontractors for each phase of construction and lead any coordination meetings between trades
  • Work hand in-hand with Construction Projects Team to maintain accurate records of daily logs, progress reports, financial reports related to the construction of facilities
  • Enforce contract expectations from subcontractors and communication of any discrepancies
  • Approves work being performed by subcontractors and handle any related issue
  • Authorize payments of subcontractors upon thorough inspection of work
  • Maintain a safe work site by implementing safety requirements, enforcing safe work habits, observing OSHA requirements and any applicable agencies' regulations
  • Verify all checklists are complete and inspections are scheduled and passed
  • Monitor cleanliness and hold subcontractors responsible for daily clean-up
  • Schedule and manage subcontractors to make designated warranty repairs
  • Develop and maintain rapport with subcontractors, operators, and inspectors
  • Coordinate inspections with local officials
  • Review and manage project request tickets including creating work orders when needed and managing its completion
  • Create purchase orders as necessary to support project timely execution including but not limited to, rentals, material or subcontractor labor

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • 5+ years of experience in the construction industry
  • 2+ years of experience leading the coordination of multiple trades on site

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Knowledge of electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC/R), concrete, framing, and industrial gas trade
  • Knowledge of basic engineering and construction principles and methods
  • Ability to conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers
  • Skilled in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, specifications and calculations; ability to mark up and highlight coordination items
  • Demonstrated ability to independently and effectively manage projects in an extremely fast paced and changing environment
  • Proficient knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite tools and PDF editor software such as Bluebeam or Adobe Acrobat
  • Ability to work in a high-stress environment balancing several projects at any given time and the flexibility to adjust for abrupt changes in strategic direction

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Ability to work extended hours and/or weekends as necessary to meet business needs
  • Ability to provide 24x7 on-call support in emergency situations
  • Physical effort including standing, lifting and carrying moderately heavy materials or equipment (25 lbs.)
  • Occasional travel may be required based on project tasks
  • Willingness to work outdoors in an environment requiring exposure to extreme temperatures and elevations


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. a7 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. a7 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

About SpaceX

SpaceX is an American aerospace manufacturer and space transportation services company founded in 2002 by entrepreneur Elon Musk. The company designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft. SpaceX has developed the Falcon 1, Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, and Dragon spacecraft. The company was founded with the goal of reducing space transportation costs and enabling the colonization of Mars. SpaceX has achieved several milestones in spaceflight, including the first privately-funded liquid-propellant rocket to reach orbit, the first privately-funded company to send a spacecraft to the International Space Station, and the first privately-funded company to send a human-rated spacecraft to orbit.
Learn more about SpaceX
Size
8,000 employees
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Founded
2002
* Ladders Estimates

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