Facilities Project Manager

Axiom Space•Houston, CA

About The Position

Axiom Space is seeking a Facilities Project Manager to help expand and outfit its facilities to support the company’s business needs. The role focuses on thoughtful building design and building systems, and requires strong organizational, time-management, communication, and problem-solving skills. The manager oversees facilities construction, renovation, upgrade, and special projects throughout their lifecycle, ensuring work is completed efficiently, safely, and within budget. The position involves regular job-site visits, documentation, coordination with project stakeholders, and compliance with applicable building regulations. The work is generally performed in an office environment but may involve indoor or outdoor work depending on the task. The role may require access to export-controlled technical data or technology; candidates may undergo additional export-control screening, and eligibility for access is a condition of employment. Evening and weekend work may be required to meet critical project milestones.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, education, and training.
At least 5 years of facilities experience with construction, planning, design, and space allocation.
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and facility-management software.
Familiarity with local and international building codes.
Solid understanding of building design, specifications, site requirements, and construction.
Direct experience managing construction projects day to day.
Experience with HVAC, plumbing, and power operations.
Experience with gas piping systems for aerospace services, including nitrogen, helium, oxygen, and compressed air.
Ability to create and implement process or design solutions with minimal impact to business operations.
Ability to assess issues quickly and troubleshoot to initiate repair or replacement.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, including possible extended work hours and tight deadlines.
Strong attention to detail and ability to anticipate interactions with other systems to avoid problems.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and presentations.
Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from managers, clients, and customers.
Strong organizational skills and ability to meet tight deadlines while delivering high-quality results.
Sound judgment and proactive problem-solving ability in ambiguous, fast-moving environments.
Strong collaboration skills, including cross-functional teamwork and high emotional intelligence.
Passion for space and the company’s mission; entrepreneurial, growth-oriented mindset.
Ability to use systems and tools to work smarter and faster.
Must meet applicable export-control eligibility requirements if access to controlled data or technology is required.
Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones.

Nice To Haves

Laboratory construction experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure projects are completed efficiently, safely, and within budget.
Oversee new construction, renovations, upgrades, and special projects at Axiom facilities.
Visit job sites daily to document and ensure work quality, safety, and progress.
Maintain daily project logs and photo records covering all project phases.
Manage assigned projects from initiation and planning through execution, monitoring, control, and closure.
Read and interpret technical diagrams and blueprints.
Review pre-construction plans and documentation to ensure construction materials and techniques meet requirements.
Attend and participate in progress meetings for assigned projects.
Adhere to federal, state, and local building regulations.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with project architects, engineers, and contractors.
Communicate project progress, status, and potential issues to stakeholders and leadership.
Implement and maintain agile project-management methodologies throughout the project lifecycle.
Perform additional job duties as assigned.