Construction Project Manager - Test Development

Blue Origin Operations Engineer

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 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, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

As part of a small and passionate team, you will be responsible for supporting the development, design, and construction activities at the Blue Origin engine test site and its surrounding infrastructure located at Launch Site One near Van Horn, TX. The position is part of our test and flight ground support development organization which oversees and supports construction activities. Includes, but is not limited to, new infrastructure and modifications to existing infrastructure.

This role requires working closely with our internal test operations teams and systems partners such as test conductors, operators, electrical, mechanical, fluids, and command & control to define, manage, and execute the architectural, structural, civil, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, and industrial requirements from concept to completion to turnover. Involves working in harmony with and around engine test campaigns.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Manage construction activities as a Blue Owner.
• Actively participate in design and constructability discussions with internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop statements of work for engineering and construction activities.
• Interface with internal and external mission and system leads to ensure scope is accurately defined and executed.
• Execute design and construction activities given an approved budget and schedule milestones. Includes budget and schedule management throughout the project life cycle.
• Integration and de-confliction of construction activities with surrounding operations to ensure personnel, cost, and schedule impacts are mitigated.
• Supervise construction efforts having singular or multiple contractors at any given time to ensure scope is being executed safely and effectively.
• Work closely with external contractors, vendors, fabricators, architects, and engineers. Work closely with Blue Quality team for compliance and acceptance testing.
• Review design and construction documents for conformance to the overall design intent.
• Review and approve pre-con and construction RFIs and submittals.
• Support Blue Origin in the coordination and discussion efforts with external agencies for site planning, construction, permits, waivers, security, and site deliveries.
• Identify and document risks and opportunities for a given project or scope.
• Final review of non-conformances, dispositions, and/or rework while communicating cost and schedule impacts.

Minimum qualifications:

• 3+ years of relevant experience in project management or construction management.
• B.S. degree or higher in engineering or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of field superintendent or equivalent experience.
• Candidate must be able to lift/carry up to fifty pounds. Must be able to physically climb multiple flights stairs, withstand prolonged standing, and work in adverse weather conditions.
• 2+ years of experience reading technical plans, drawings, specifications, and modeling applications.
• Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook), Intermediate.

Preferred qualifications:

• Professional design experience in civil, structural, mechanical, or electrical engineering.
• 5+ years of field superintendent experience.
• Ability to perform and manage technically complex projects using independent judgment and personal initiative.
• High organizational skills in managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Culture Statement:

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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.

Background Check:

• Required for all positions: Blue's Standard Background Check
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
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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 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. 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, sex, 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.

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