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Construction Project Manager - Site Civil/Heavy Civil

BLUE ORIGIN

BLUE ORIGIN

Operations
Florida, USA
Posted on Oct 4, 2024

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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Facilities, and Security. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

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 Florida Engineering, Project Controls, and Integrated Construction team. You will contribute substantively to the team’s impact on all aspects of building our infrastructure and world-class facilities.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Planning, management direction, project completion, client satisfaction, and financial outcome of assigned construction projects

  • Providing field oversight and assistance, and creating a customized schedule

  • Negotiating contracts with General Contractors and subcontractors

  • Development and management of all project documentation

  • Must be able to manage multiple projects while being innovative and creative in challenging situations

  • Monitor field staff performance and interface with Construction Project Managers and Resident Engineers on all facets of assigned projects to ensure project satisfaction

  • Responsible for meeting construction management budget and recommending subsequent budget revisions where necessary

  • Schedule objectives including the responsibility for the development of short and long term schedule, phasing and sequencing strategies

  • Implements Safety, Quality, and Ethical Standards in accordance with official Company policies

  • Reinforces the compliance of field safety regulations by all field personnel

  • Performs site visits and monitors progress of construction activities on a regular basis, 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 assigned Superintendents 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.

  • Build, develop, and grow any business relationships vital to the success of the project

  • Maintains strict adherence to Company policies and procedures

  • Values and incorporates contributions of people from diverse backgrounds

  • Winning attitude that motivates people, and a results orientation

  • Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of On-Site Project Management and Project Coordination, or equivalent experience

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Project, Visio)

  • Ability to walk around construction sites, climb multiple flights of stairs, work in adverse weather conditions, and stand for prolonged periods

  • Experience with Project Management Tools such as MS Project, P6 Primavera, or similar

  • Skills for hands-on problem solving, with a passion for spacecraft systems

  • Comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

  • Self-starter, strong bias for action

  • Attention to detail and high level of accuracy

  • Passion for Blue Origin’s mission: Millions of people living and working in space!

  • Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion

  • OSHA Certification

  • Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or construction management or a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in lieu of degree.

  • Demonstrable experience in any of:

    • Delivering results in the face of significant challenges or setbacks

    • Taking calculated risks with a bias for action.

    • Analyzing reversible and irreversible decisions:

    • Working at all levels of the project and organization, from hands-on to strategic:

    • Dealing with the challenges of project execution in extremely remote regions:

  • Strong business management foresight and experience collaborating with large, geographically dispersed programs with large subcontractors

Special Mentions

  • Relocation provided

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

Inclusivity 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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Benefits

Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.

Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “EEO Is the Law,” please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com.

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