Construction Project Manager III
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Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!
This role is part of Blue Origin corporate functions, providing centralized support across Blue Origin business unit teams, functions, and locations.As part of a small, passionate, and accomplished team of experts, you will push the boundaries of what’s possible in project management, supporting Blue Origin’s Construction Center of Excellence team. You will make substantive contributions to the team’s impact on all aspects of building our infrastructure and world-class facilities. You will manage all aspects of the construction project, including planning, execution, and completion, while also maintaining budgets, schedules, and quality standards. This role requires strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, as well as the ability to work effectively with teams and stakeholders, and independently.
We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!
Providing field oversight and assistance, and creating a customized schedule
Negotiating contracts with General Contractors and subcontractors
Development and management of all project documentation
Review compliance with state and government regulations and ensure project or site location follows all guidelines
Must be able to manage multiple projects while being innovative and creative in challenging situations
Performs site visits and monitors progress of construction activities regularly, and holds regular status meetings with all sub-teams
Ensure construction activities move according to pre-determined schedule(s)
Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, required documentation, presentations analyze results, and troubleshoot problem areas
Working with project teams to proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises, and devise contingency plans
Approves all invoices and manage the billing process
Represent the Company in project meetings, client meetings, etc.
Initiating, planning, completing, monitoring, and closing construction projects throughout their lifecycles, to include:
Developing project plans, budgets, and schedules.
Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.
Eliciting and documenting stakeholder requirements
Identifying project dependencies, risks, and schedule impacts.
Reporting project progress (status, risks, opportunities, roadblocks, and KPIs)
Assisting in contract negotiations.
Monitoring contractor progress via frequent site visits.
Reviewing and approving invoices and payment applications.
Evaluating and processing change requests and change orders.
Assisting in resolution of payment or performance disputes
Solve daily project issues
Prefer B.S. in Engineering, Construction Management, or Project Management
Minimum over 8 years of experience with complex facility construction and renovations projects to include both vertical and horizontal construction
Experience leading and managing small- to medium-sized teams integrating multiple subsystems to meet a top level system requirement
Strong personnel management and mentoring skills
Recent facility development or management experience supporting mission critical operations
Experience in sub-contract management of suppliers including request for proposal, specification and statement of work
Project leadership with the ability to work with stakeholders, knowledge of manufacturing operations, Launch Site environment, assembly processes, and quality control
Proficient in project management software (Milestones, MS Project)
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Strong project management, budget management and team leadership skills
Project planning, schedule and cost estimation
Strong safety mindset and experience, including hands-on experience planning and conducting hazardous or critical operations
Experience with launch site, spacecraft manufacturing, Project leadership with the ability to work with stakeholders, knowledge of manufacturing operations, Launch Site environment, assembly processes, and quality control integration and test
Knowledge and experience in Local and National Codes
Knowledge and experience in Safety plans and programs to comply with laws, regulations and policies
Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Desired
- Experience with launch site, spacecraft manufacturing, Project leadership with the ability to work with stakeholders, knowledge of manufacturing operations, Launch Site environment, assembly processes, and quality control integration and test
- Knowledge and experience in Local and National Codes
- Knowledge and experience in Safety plans and programs to comply with laws, regulations and policies Culture Statement Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
- Where is this Construction Project Manager III role based?
- The role is based in Space Coast, FL.
- What experience does Blue Origin expect for this role?
- The posting is tagged as a lead-level role, typically 7+ years of experience. Check the requirements section for specifics.
- How was this posting sourced?
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