Sr. Construction Safety Engineer

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. ## SR.

CONSTRUCTION SAFETY ENGINEER As part of the SpaceX EHS Team, you will provide timely, clear, and high-quality technical expertise and assist in implementation of all environmental, health and safety programs for the construction of Starbase's Starship and site development infrastructure .

The ideal candidate is highly skilled with both environmental and occupational safety fields, hands-on, and works well in a fast-paced environment.

We work as a highly integrated team and job responsibilities will include helping other programs to ensure the overall success of SpaceX. ## RESPONSIBILITIES - Develop, implement, execute, and improve construction safety and contractor management programs at the Starbase location - Lead daily safety engagements with employees and contractors to drive safe operations across the site - Create, review and approve Purchase Orders and manage the operational budget for construction safety programs - Develop practical solutions that improve construction site safety, reduce incident rates, drive contractor engagement, and advance the overall EHS program - Investigate mishaps and develop sustainable improvement plans to reduce risk - Ensure EHS policies, practices, and procedures are understood and consistently followed by project teams, clients, and contractors - Collaborate with internal project teams and contractors to foster a strong safety culture that focuses on preventing serious incidents - Review and interpret new and proposed safety laws and regulations (with emphasis on construction-related requirements) and provide clear guidance to management - Provide training, coaching, and technical guidance to construction stakeholders on job hazard analyses (JHAs), safe work procedures, contractor onboarding, permits to work, and other key risk management tools to ensure consistent implementation of a robust construction safety program - Hold routine site/operation-wide Contractor Safety Steering Reviews to drive accountability for execution of EHS performance across contractor groups - Perform construction safety compliance audits, pre-task planning reviews, and contractor risk assessments to measure performance and facilitate risk reduction ## BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor’s degree - 5+ years of experience in the design, development, and operational oversight of environmental, health, and safety programs with an emphasis on construction safety operations ## PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE - Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, Construction Management, or related field (emphasis in Construction Safety preferred) - 10+ years of experience, preferably in construction safety - Demonstrated strong organizational and communication skills with a clear aptitude and desire to influence people - Hands-on experience leading multi-site or multi-contractor construction safety programs in high-risk or complex environments - Able to review as-built drawings, assess safety-in-design opportunities, and lead technical risk engineering solutions in the design-build environment - Strong knowledge and experience interpreting, applying, and documenting federal, state, and local construction safety regulations - Experience with fall protection, scaffolding, crane/heavy equipment safety, excavation, confined space, and contractor safety management (including contractor pre-qualification) - Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) - Professional certifications such as CSP, CHST, or equivalent preferred ## ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS - Must be able to work extended hours, weekends, and travel to construction sites as needed - Must be able to work in outdoor construction environments and wear required personal protective equipment ## ITAR REQUIREMENTS - To conform to U.S.

Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here .

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