TerraFirma

Construction

ConstructionProjectManager-HeavyCivil&Excavation

$75–105k ~AI est. Austin, Texas, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Manager candidates.

The Brief

“Construction Project Manager - Heavy Civil & Excavation at TerraFirma. Skills: Heavy civil projects, Automated construction, Project lifecycle management. Spearhead planning of heavy civil projects. Spearhead execution of heavy civil projects”

What You'll Achieve.

Deliver cost-effective outcomes; Maintain project timelines; Maintain quality standards

Industry & Context.

Construction
Problems you'll solve

Risk identification; Implement solutions

Eligibility Requirements

Work extended hours, Work weekends, Relocate to Austin, TX

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, 2 years of experience in construction project management, 1 year focused on earthworks or heavy civil construction, Proven track record of managing projects with heavy equipment, Budgets ranging from $50,000 to $20 million, Understanding of earthworks construction techniques, Understanding of earthworks materials, Understanding of earthworks equipment

Nice to Have

Experience with construction automation, Experience with robotics, Experience with advanced technology integration in project management, Experience in a startup or high-growth company

What You'll Do.

Spearhead planning of heavy civil projects

Spearhead execution of heavy civil projects

Spearhead delivery of heavy civil projects

Oversee entire project lifecycle

Ensure projects are completed safely

Ensure projects meet quality expectations

Ensure projects stay on schedule

Ensure projects remain within budget

Manage project planning

Manage project budgets

Manage project schedules

Manage project resources

Maximize efficiency gains from automated equipment

Deliver cost-effective outcomes

Ensure strict compliance with safety regulations

Ensure compliance with industry standards

Address safety considerations of automated construction

Monitor project progress

Oversee job site operations

Proactively identify risks

Implement solutions to maintain project timelines

Implement solutions to maintain quality standards

Communicate regularly with clients

Provide clear updates on project status

Provide clear updates on project milestones

Train operators in use of automated equipment

Support operators in use of automated equipment

Manage operators in use of automated equipment

Train operators in use of remote-controlled equipment

Support operators in use of remote-controlled equipment

Manage operators in use of remote-controlled equipment

Ensure optimal performance of equipment

Drive continuous improvements in automation technology

Drive continuous improvements in operational processes

Negotiate contracts with subcontractors

Negotiate contracts with suppliers

Assist estimating with preconstruction activities

Assist estimating with take-offs

Assist estimating with vendor solicitations

Assist estimating with material pricing

Manage submittal process

Manage close-out documentation

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional teams; Client communication

Communication Scope

Client updates

Process & Methodology

Project planning, Budgeting, Scheduling, Resource management, Risk identification, Quality standards, Submittal process, Close-out documentation

Full Job Description

At TerraFirma, we’re redefining how the world moves earth for construction. Founded by former SpaceX engineers and backed by Bain Capital Ventures, TerraFirma is automating construction to make it faster, cheaper, and safer. Our Story & Mission At SpaceX, we were part of the teams that built the largest rocket in human history, launched the largest constellation of satellites ever made, and delivered connectivity to millions of people worldwide. What we learned was simple: infrastructure is everything. At Starbase, the biggest barrier to launching missions to Mars was not building the rocket. It was how slow, expensive, and complex it was to build the infrastructure around it. We lacked buildings, roads, water, power, communications, and waste management, and constructing them took far more time and resources than it should have. From a first-principles perspective, that doesn't make sense. It shouldn't be this hard or costly to create the foundations for progress. That’s when we realized something important: the same engineering mindset that enabled us to tackle space exploration and mass manufacturing could be applied to infrastructure. By bringing the principles of simplification, iteration, acceleration, and automation to construction, we can unlock a new era in how the world builds. Accelerating infrastructure unlocks progress across every domain, creating a self-sustaining engine for tackling humanity’s toughest challenges. The innovations we develop on Earth will lay the groundwork for the technologies that one day make settlement on Mars possible. Job Overview In this role, you will spearhead the planning, execution, and delivery of heavy civil projects (excavation, grading, site-prep, etc.), leveraging our innovative automation and mission control technology. This role is pivotal in overseeing the entire project lifecycle, ensuring projects are completed safely, meet quality expectations, stay on schedule, and remain within budget. Responsibilities - Manage

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