Sr. Construction Superintendent (Starship Launch Pad)

SpaceX
Starbase, TXPosted 24 April 2026

Job Description

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 SUPERINTENDENT (STARSHIP LAUNCH PAD) As a critical member of the Starship Launch Pad team, you will supervise and lead a group of laborers and contractors to enable the build and activation of launch infrastructure for a variety of projects at Starbase as well as other SpaceX Launch Sites. This position is based in South Texas (Brownsville/South Padre area). RESPONSIBILITIES: Oversee and own the day-to-day site management of a fast-paced, high-impact construction project, including the responsibilities below: Manage construction site logistics/operations, including work schedules, project progress, and resource allocation Use independent judgment to plan, supervise, and manage construction projects across SpaceX campuses Implement and enforce SpaceX safety policies, and 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 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 Management of SpaceX construction assets (trailers, rental equipment, etc.) 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 contracts 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 Responsible for contractor badging security BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalency certificate 5+ years of professional experience leading or coordinating a labor force in the construction or aerospace industries 5+ years of hands-on experience with a construction trade skill PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Understanding of multiple disciplines such as civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, piping, geotechnical, and surveying Structural welding experience on large-scale industrial or aerospace projects Experience estimating labor hours and managing budgets for welding scopes Strong field experience managing weld contractors, fitters, and multi-disciplinary crews in fast-paced technical environments Ability to read and interpret piping and instrumentation diagrams, isometric drawings, fabrication drawings, and redlines Experience with fit-up, system tie-ins, modifications, and resolving constructability issues in the field Current CWI (Certified Welding Inspector) certification ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: This position is based in Starbase, TX (Brownsville/South Padre Island Area) and requires being onsite – remote work not considered Ability to perform hands-on work in all environments (heat, cold, rain), in tight quarters, or at heights Travel may be required to support projects at other sites (up to 30%) ITAR REQUIREMENTS: T ... (truncated, view full listing at source)
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