Sr. Construction Project Manager (Starship Infrastructure - Louisiana)

The role

The senior construction project manager coordinates on-site construction activities and supervises field personnel. They manage multidisciplinary projects from preliminary scope through close-out to ensure they are on schedule and within budget.

What you will do

• Manage all aspects of multidisciplinary construction projects
• Direct field personnel to achieve project completion on schedule and within budget
• Resolve design and construction conflicts in real-time in the field
• Promote job site safety and rectify hazards immediately
• Provide guidance on preliminary scope and rough order of magnitude costs
• Evaluate competitive bids
• Review proposals for accuracy and track cost-saving suggestions
• Develop final cost and schedule for the project
• Implement controls to track cost, schedule, and scope
• Write and manage construction contracts with subcontractors

Required qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience in engineering, construction management
• Ability to perform hands-on work in all environments (heat, cold, rain), in tight quarters or at heights
• Stand: Up to 6 hours per day
• Sit: Up to 6 hours per day
• Push/Pull: Up to ≤ 50 lbs. (unassisted) 15 minutes or less per day
• Overhead reach: Up to 3 hours per day
• Walk: Up to 10 hours per day
• Lift/Carry: Up to ≤ 25 lbs. (unassisted) 15 minutes or less per day
• Climb (ladder/stairs): Up to 10 hours per day
• Kneel/Crouch: Up to 3 hours per day
• Upper body twist: Up to 3 hours per day
• Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees 6 hours or greater per day

Nice to have

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or construction management
• 3+ years of professional experience in concrete construction, earthwork, and basic steel structures
• Proven track record in long-term planning, stakeholder engagement, and regulatory navigation
• Experience with project management of major construction projects including estimating, cost control, schedule, and contractor management
• Greenfield site development experience
• Basic proficiency with AutoCAD or Revit
• Knowledge and familiarity with general construction practices, permitting, and regulations
• Experience working with vendors of multiple disciplines such as civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, piping, geotechnical, and surveying

Before you apply

• Relocation to Louisiana will be required in early 2027
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful, permanent resident, Refugee, or Asylee, or be eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State
• May be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm capabilities, which may include a medical history review

About the company

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