Sierra Space Careers:

At Sierra Space, we build the missions and systems that keep our world secure in the domain above Earth.  

 

Sierra Space team members share a spirit of innovation and collaboration and a belief that we can deliver on the boldest missions in space today. Together with our customers, we aim to safeguard our nation, sustain human presence in space, and secure the freedom of operations in low Earth orbit and beyond.  

Our success is measured by the trust of those who rely on what we build and deliver, and our technologies keep the United States and its allies mission-ready throughout space.

We are mission-driven, and together, we are an extraordinary team.

About the Role

The Construction Project Manager leads small and large projects for office, manufacturing, and lab spaces, with a specialized focus on tenant improvement (TI) work. This role is responsible for overseeing the entire project life cycle—including requirements gathering, scope creation, RFP development, bid evaluation, contractor selection, project kickoff, on-site execution, and project closeout.

This individual works closely with internal stakeholders to define project objectives, align expectations, and ensure all requirements are met across diverse environments. They proactively communicate project status, risks, and milestones, while coordinating with vendors, contractors, and cross-functional teams to keep projects on track.

The Construction Project Manager is accountable for maintaining project schedules, controlling budgets, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and delivering projects on time and within scope. This role also oversees documentation, risk management, and quality assurance throughout each phase of construction, ensuring successful project delivery from start to finish for office, manufacturing, and laboratory facilities.

About You

Our mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security. We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower – to join us in this critical mission.  

We’re looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end tenant improvement (TI) projects for office, manufacturing, and lab spaces, including requirements gathering, scope definition, RFP/bidding, contractor selection, kickoff, execution, and closeout, ensuring all work complies with building regulations and lease terms. 

• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and risk registers; ensure all project documentation is complete, accurate, and up to date. 

• Visit project sites (primarily in Colorado and Wisconsin) to monitor progress, verify construction quality, ensure work aligns with project scope, and promptly address any issues. 

• Review and interpret construction documents, plans, and specifications to ensure all work meets contractual obligations and project requirements. 

• Review lease agreements to confirm and execute all required landlord notifications and approval processes prior to starting any construction or tenant improvement work, ensuring compliance with lease terms and conditions. 

• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, clearly communicating project objectives, progress, risks, and lease stipulations, and providing timely updates and recommendations. 

• Oversee contractor and vendor performance, ensuring adherence to project scope, budget, quality standards, timelines, and lease-related conditions. 

• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, reports, and quality assurance records, with a focus on compliance with lease, regulatory, and company standards. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires Bachelor's degree in a related