Construction Manager, Fluid/Mechanical - Memphis

xAI•Memphis, MS

3d•Onsite

About The Position

SpaceX is hiring a senior construction lead to own the fluid/mechanical scope for its Memphis, Tennessee data center. The role oversees site relationships, vendors, and project outcomes, and reports to central construction leadership, with the reporting line potentially shifting as the project evolves. The manager works on site, walks the work, and clears obstacles to progress. Future assignments may be at other U.S. construction sites. The scope includes industrial HVAC, pipefitting and pipe welding, chilled water systems, cooling towers, chillers, condensers, CRAC and CRAH units, and installation of heavy mechanical equipment. It also includes domestic water, sanitary systems, drain-waste-vent, floor drains, and fire protection systems such as sprinkler fitting, suppression, and pre-action systems. The role supports delivery from pre-construction and site development through commissioning, while maintaining technical, quality, safety, cost, schedule, and operational-readiness standards.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience managing data center or construction projects.
Available to work evenings and weekends as required by site operational needs.
Able to lift at least 25 lbs.
Willing to travel as needed.
Willing to relocate depending on additional construction locations within the U.S.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing large-scale data center or mission-critical construction projects.
Deep expertise in construction management, commissioning, and site operations.
Proven ability to lead on site with authority and build trust with vendors, partners, and technical teams.
Experience managing large programs with multiple vendors and changing priorities.
Strong communication skills across disciplines, from field updates to technical escalations.
Ability to solve complex, real-time problems with adaptability and composure.
Previous experience in data center construction or highly technical facilities.
Familiarity with local Memphis building codes and regulations.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to handle complex construction challenges.

Responsibilities

Represent SpaceX as the senior construction lead for the Memphis data center fluid/mechanical scope and manage contractor, partner, and internal stakeholder relationships.
Oversee fluid/mechanical execution from pre-construction and site development through commissioning.
Coordinate vendors so field and technical teams remain aligned across HVAC, chilled water, plumbing, and fire protection.
Identify and mitigate risks to quality, safety, system integrity, and operational readiness.
Drive progress and resolve roadblocks to keep the schedule on track.
Align the fluid/mechanical schedule with SpaceXSI infrastructure goals through cross-functional collaboration.
Partner with teams on commissioning and resolve issues as they arise.
Provide regular updates, KPIs, and dashboards to internal and external stakeholders.
Ensure work meets the technical and quality standards in the base design.
Perform quantity take-offs and field verifications to track progress and support reporting.
Manage change orders, eliminate unnecessary changes, and control costs.
Lead site safety for pressure piping, hot work, rigging and setting heavy mechanical equipment, and work at heights.
Support cross-functional partners as project needs require.