Construction Foreman, Installations and Maintenance

Zipline • Austin, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Construction Foreman, you will own the transition of new and upgraded sites from construction handoff to operational readiness. You will lead a team of technicians to verify construction quality, install and integrate systems, deploy new technologies, and ensure infrastructure reliability. You will be a key stakeholder in our site build process from initial site QC & constructibility, assisting the construction management team with construction oversight, commissioning, and closeout. You will work closely with the rest of the construction team and contractor base to build strong relationships with key stakeholders and build scalable, repeatable construction processes to expand our network. Your leadership will drive site performance, uptime, and technical excellence, enabling seamless operations at scale. To ensure success in this role, you will ensure execution of processes, standards, and performance metrics that guide every stage of site activation and/or maintenance. You will proactively resolve issues before they impact operations, foster strong collaboration across construction, engineering, and operations teams. You will seek to improve workflows based on field feedback and data insights. By combining hands-on technical oversight with strategic planning and team development, you will deliver sites that launch on time, perform reliably, and scale within our growing network. You will also be working with the Engineering and Operations teams to tackle all the technical challenges we face head-on to get our customer’s sites operational as quickly as possible. You will have to be technically savvy, and be able to develop relationships with customers, suppliers and contractors.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as a Construction Superintendent or similar role in commercial or industrial construction.
• 5+ years in site commissioning, infrastructure installation, or systems integration, including 2+ years in a leadership role
• Strong technical knowledge across electrical, mechanical, telecom, or IT systems with the ability to confirm quality, diagnose issues and fix complex problems.
• Proven experience managing technician teams and complex projects
• Deep understanding of quality standards, safety regulations, and compliance
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder collaboration skills
• Ability to travel to project sites as needed.
• Ability to lift and move loads of 55 lbs.
• Must be eligible to work in the US.
• Proficient with Bluebeam and able to create mark-ups to share digitally with remote workers.
• Proficiency in construction management software and tools.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, scheduling, and project management.
• OSHA 30 certification or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, structural drawings, and technical documents.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel daily within the Austin area.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with vertical infrastructure (e.g., towers, silos, telecommunications structures) strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to manage multiple job sites simultaneously.
• Prior experience with aviation, aerospace, or drone-related construction projects.
• Experience in renewable energy or EVSE / electric vehicle charging stations is also applicable.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• PMP, LEED, or equivalent certifications; experience with emerging infrastructure technologies and sustainable systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, local authorities, and cross-functional teams to ensure smooth project execution.
• Monitor progress of new site builds, adjusting schedules and resources to meet project deadlines.
• Manage construction handoffs, ensuring quality, compliance, and operational readiness.
• Resolve deficiencies and validate all systems prior to launch.
• Lead installation and configuration of power, data, security, and other critical infrastructure systems.
• Ensure functional integration of infrastructure with operational requirements.
• Schedule and supervise daily activities of Ground System Service Technicians.
• Oversee delivery and inventory management of Zipline-provided materials and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, building codes, and zoning regulations.
• Maintain quality control across all phases of construction, including site preparation and Zipline hardware installation.
• Conduct regular site inspections and ensure documentation is complete and up to date.
• Develop and execute preventive maintenance plans.
• Supervise inspections and repairs to ensure system reliability and uptime.
• Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities and system performance.
• Roll out new technologies and infrastructure upgrades in partnership with Engineering and R&D.
• Evaluate pilot solutions and assess scalability for broader deployment.
• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of infrastructure technicians, reinforcing safety, quality, and operational standards.
• Provide regular updates to senior construction leadership on project status, timelines, risks, and issue resolution.
• Coordinate transitions from construction to operations with thorough documentation and stakeholder alignment.

Benefits

• Zipline is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other characteristics protected by state, federal or local law or our other policies.
• We value diversity at Zipline and welcome applications from those who are traditionally underrepresented in tech. If you like the sound of this position but are not sure if you are the perfect fit, please apply!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed