Construction Project Engineer (Global Office)

CONSTRUCTION PROJECT ENGINEER (GLOBAL OFFICE)

This role is responsible for planning and executing office space refreshes, build-to-suit projects, new facility construction, renovations, and strategic planning of office spaces across the globe. You will support all SpaceX sites without local facilities teams, lead global office opening projects, and work with architects, designers, facilities and maintenance teams, vendors, real estate partners, and internal customers to deliver these initiatives. You will have the opportunity to drive positive change and own projects from start to finish, with the goal of making international and domestic SpaceX offices efficient and impactful, ultimately leading to making life multiplanetary.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee and own the full lifecycle of global office construction projects with on-time and under-budget delivery and high customer satisfaction
• Manage all aspects of multi-discipline construction projects in the field and office
• Be the overall construction project manager and extreme owner for global office initiatives
• Perform project control tasks, including project scheduling and cost control
• Interact with contractors, fabricators, architects, real estate team, and internal customers
• Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real-time, adapting to diverse international regulations and environments
• Provide budgetary costs based upon the preliminary scope of the project
• Gather proposals from architects, engineers and contractors; assign contracts upon receipt of all proposals
• Facilitate city, county, and international governmental approvals and permitting
• Coordinate project implementation and track project status across multiple sites, and ensure seamless handoffs to local teams post-occupancy
• Coordinate with end users, facilities teams, and operations for building turnover, maintenance planning, and ongoing support
• Take on new projects ad-hoc as business needs dictate

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, civil engineering, mechanical engineering, structural engineering or construction management 
• 1+ years of professional experience in architecture, engineering, construction management, or facilities management

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3+ years of commercial office fit-out experience, including international projects
• Experience managing projects in multiple countries or regions
• 2+ years of professional experience with facility design software and tools (e.g. Revit, Civil 3D, AutoCAD, BIM 360, Navisworks)
• 1+ years of professional experience in strategic facilities planning
• 1+ years of professional experience with construction cost estimates
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and calculations; ability to mark up and highlight coordination items
• Ability to take on additional responsibilities as needed as well as determine and manage priorities with minimal guidance
• Ability to independently and effectively manage projects in an extremely fast-paced and changing environment
• Ability to analyze problems and make sound decisions in a timely manner based on objectives, risks, implications and cost

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work at elevated heights, outdoor environments (heat, cold, rain, snow)
• Physical effort including standing, lifting, and carrying moderately heavy materials or equipment (15 to 35 lbs.)
• Ability to work 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
• Ability to provide on-call support in emergency situations
• Demonstrated ability to work independently
• 75%+ travel required (domestic and international) based on specific project tasks
• Valid driver’s license and passport

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:
Level 1: $110,000 - $127,500
Level 2: $125,000 - $150,000

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.