What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Project Manager position at iRocket?
iRocket is engineering fully reusable, fully autonomous small launch vehicles to enable responsive, cost-effective, and sustainable access to space. Our team is building the infrastructure—both in orbit and on the ground—needed to support frequent launches and mission operations.
The Role:
We are seeking a Construction Project Engineer to lead and support the development of iRocket's factory, test, and facility infrastructure. This role will play a key role enabling our production and test operations by implementing facility projects, collaborating with contractors, and coordinating with internal stakeholders.
The Role:
We are seeking a Construction Project Engineer to lead and support the development of iRocket's factory, test, and facility infrastructure. This role will play a key role enabling our production and test operations by implementing facility projects, collaborating with contractors, and coordinating with internal stakeholders.
- Support all aspects of project implementation from planning through execution
- Create scopes of work, obtain competitive bids, and oversee contractor selection
- Conduct job walk-downs and interface with vendors, engineers, and internal teams
- Review technical plans, drawings, and specifications to ensure alignment with project goals
- Monitor project schedule, budget, and deliverables
- Respond to scope, schedule, or deliverable questions from stakeholders
- Manage and maintain all project documentation (RFIs, submittals, change orders, etc.)
- Participate in meetings and presentations with senior leadership as needed
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, plans, and specifications
- Experience in facilities, infrastructure, or industrial construction in aerospace or high-reliability sectors
- Strong computer and software skills (project scheduling, documentation, collaboration tools)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with internal teams, vendors, and contractors
- Aptitude for problem-solving, balancing scope, cost, and schedule
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Wellness Resources