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Construction Supervisor

Supervise and lead construction teams at SpaceX's Starbase to enable infrastructure projects.

Location
Starbase, TX, United States
Compensation
Not disclosed
Level
mid
Type
full time · On-site

Posted by employer 2 days ago

First seen on Joblaze 19 hours ago

Last verified on the company career page 19 hours ago

What you'll build

  • Oversee day-to-day site supervision
  • Manage SpaceX construction assets
  • Implement and enforce safety policies
  • Create and enforce schedules for workers
  • Coordinate project implementation

Must have

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • 2+ years of professional experience in engineering, construction management, architecture or facilities management

Nice to have

  • Field experience in a technical field
  • Previous experience with project management and scheduling software
  • Understanding of multiple disciplines such as civil, structural, mechanical, electrical
  • Experience reading and approving shop and fabrication drawings

Practical constraints

  • Ability to work at elevated heights (200+ feet)
  • Must be available to work extended hours and weekends when needed

Requirements

Experience
2+ years
Education
High school

Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, visa sponsorship.

Joblaze summary

The Construction Supervisor at SpaceX plays a vital role in overseeing daily operations on construction sites, ensuring that projects progress smoothly and safely. This position requires a solid background in construction management, with skills in logistics, scheduling, and contractor oversight being essential. Ideal candidates will have at least two years of relevant experience and the ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment. The role is part of the Starbase Infrastructure team, contributing to ambitious projects aimed at advancing space exploration.

Joblaze insights

  • Listed today — first seen on Joblaze September 26, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page September 26, 2026.

Quick facts

Is the Construction Supervisor role remote?
No — this is an on-site role in Starbase, TX, United States.
How much experience is required?
At least 2 years of relevant experience for this Construction Supervisor role.
Where is the role based?
SpaceX is hiring for this position in Starbase, TX, United States.
What seniority level is this role?
SpaceX targets mid-level candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?
Full-time for this Construction Supervisor role at SpaceX.

From the original posting

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.

CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISOR

As a critical member of the Starbase Infrastructure 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.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Oversee the day-to-day site supervision of a fast-paced, high impact construction project including the responsibilities below:
    • Supervise a team dedicated to construction site logistics/operations, including work schedules, project progress, and resource allocation
    • Plan, implement, and enforce construction site logistics to enable broader project goals and schedule
    • Manage SpaceX construction assets (trailers, portas, 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 jobsite cleanliness
    • 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
  • 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
    • Supervise night shift contractors 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

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • 2+ years of professional experience in engineering, construction management, architecture or facilities management

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Field experience in a technical field or in supervising a multi-discipline team of contractors/laborers
  • Previous experience with project management and scheduling software
  • 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, schedule, 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
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Travel may be required based on specific project tasks

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

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