Construction Project Manager Sr.

Blue Origin•Space Coast, FL

About The Position

The Senior Construction Project Manager oversees Blue Origin construction projects from planning through completion, managing budgets, schedules, quality standards, and client satisfaction. The role supports Engineering, Project Controls, Integrated Construction, and Construction Center of Excellence teams, and requires working effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders as well as independently. The position is part of Blue Origin Operations, which includes Integrated Supply Chain, Facilities, and Security, and supports manufacturing and supply chain across Blue Origin facilities. The project manager leads project planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout; oversees field activity and contractors; maintains project documentation and financial controls; and ensures compliance with safety, quality, ethical, and regulatory requirements. Responsibilities also include stakeholder coordination, contract and change management, reporting, invoice approval, resolving project issues, and maintaining relationships important to project success.

Requirements

At least 8 years of on-site project management, project coordination, facilities management, or equivalent experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Project, and 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, PMWeb, Smartsheet, or similar.
Hands-on problem-solving skills and a passion for spacecraft systems.
Comfort working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Self-starter with a strong bias for action and ability to work independently.
Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
Passion for Blue Origin’s mission of enabling millions of people to live and work in space.
Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to an inclusive culture.
OSHA certification.
Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
Successful completion of Blue Origin’s standard background check; additional profile-specific screening may apply.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or construction management, or at least 5 years of relevant work experience in lieu of a degree.
Experience delivering results despite significant challenges or setbacks.
Experience taking calculated risks with a bias for action.
Ability to analyze reversible and irreversible decisions.
Experience working at all levels of a project and organization, from hands-on execution to strategic work.
Strong business management foresight and experience collaborating with large, geographically dispersed programs and large subcontractors.

Responsibilities

Oversee assigned construction projects, including planning, management direction, completion, client satisfaction, and financial outcomes.
Provide field oversight and assistance, and create customized project schedules.
Negotiate contracts with general contractors and subcontractors.
Develop and manage project documentation.
Review compliance with state and government regulations and ensure project sites follow applicable guidelines.
Manage multiple projects and respond innovatively and creatively to challenging situations.
Monitor field staff performance and coordinate with Construction Project Managers and Resident Engineers on assigned project matters.
Meet construction management budget objectives and recommend budget revisions when necessary.
Develop short- and long-term schedules, phasing plans, and sequencing strategies.
Implement company safety, quality, and ethical standards and reinforce field safety compliance.
Conduct regular site visits, monitor construction progress, and hold status meetings with sub-teams.
Ensure construction activities proceed according to established schedules.
Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, required documentation, and presentations; analyze results and troubleshoot problem areas.
Work with Superintendents to manage scope changes, identify potential crises, and develop contingency plans.
Approve invoices and manage billing processes.
Represent the company in project and client meetings.
Build and maintain business relationships that contribute to project success.
Maintain adherence to company policies and procedures.
Initiate, plan, complete, monitor, and close construction projects throughout their lifecycles.
Develop project plans, budgets, and schedules; collaborate with internal and external stakeholders; and elicit and document stakeholder requirements.
Identify project dependencies, risks, and schedule impacts, and report progress, risks, opportunities, roadblocks, and KPIs.
Monitor contractor progress through frequent site visits; review and approve invoices and payment applications; and evaluate and process change requests and change orders.
Assist in resolving payment or performance disputes and solve daily project issues.
Contribute to an inclusive culture, value contributions from people of diverse backgrounds, and motivate teams toward results.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Basic and supplemental life insurance.
Paid parental leave.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
401(k) with company matching up to 5%.
Education Support Program.
Stock options for regular employees working at least 20 hours per week.
Paid time off of up to four weeks per year, based on weekly scheduled hours.
Up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Depending on role type and job level, potential eligibility for benefits and bonuses based on company discretion; bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed.