Do you want to change the world? Zipline is on a mission to transform the way goods move. Our aim is to solve the world’s most urgent and complex access challenges by building, manufacturing and operating the first instant delivery and logistics system that serves all humans equally, wherever they are. From powering Rwanda’s national blood delivery network and Ghana’s COVID-19 vaccine distribution, to providing on-demand home delivery for Walmart, to enabling healthcare providers to bring care directly to U.S. homes, we are transforming the way things move for businesses, governments and consumers. The technology is complex but the idea is simple: a teleportation service that delivers what you need, when you need it. Using robotics and autonomy, we are decarbonizing delivery, decreasing road congestion, and reducing fossil fuel consumption and air pollution, while providing equitable access to billions of people and building a more resilient global supply chain.
Join Zipline and help us to make good on our promise to build an equitable and more resilient global supply chain for billions of people.
About You and The Role
As a Technical Superintendent in the Houston region, you will be responsible for rolling out our systems in the metro and paving the way imagining how the UAV world meets the built environment - not just for Zipline but for our customers and the industry as a whole. You will manage the entire build process from initial site design handover & constructibility, assist the PM team with scoping & buyout, construction, commissioning, and closeout. You will work closely with the rest of the construction team and contractor base to build strong relationships with key stakeholders and build scalable, repeatable construction processes to expand our network.
You will also be working with the Engineering and Operations teams to tackle all the technical challenges we face head-on to get our customer’s sites operational as quickly as possible. You will have to be technically savvy, and be able to develop relationships with customers, suppliers and contractors.
This position is based in Houston with ~10% travel to Dallas, our head offices in California and other domestic states.
What You'll Do
- Oversee all on-site construction activities for multiple drone launch tower projects.
- Coordinate with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and local authorities to ensure smooth project execution.
- Assist in design of site to constructability and cost control, permitting, inspections, and final commissioning of drone tower facilities.
- Schedule and supervise daily tasks for construction crews.
- Monitor progress and adjust schedules as needed to meet project deadlines.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards, building codes, and zoning regulations.
- Maintain quality control throughout all phases of construction. This is both for the typical construction site prep whether performed by Zipline or our partners, as well as, and foremost our Zipline hardware.
- Conduct regular site inspections and ensure all documentation is up to date.
- Manage procurement and delivery of construction materials and equipment via coordination with our warehouse team.
- Report regularly to senior construction leadership with project updates, timelines, and issue resolution.
What You'll Bring
- 5+ years of experience as a Construction Superintendent or similar role in commercial or industrial construction.
- Experience with vertical infrastructure (e.g., towers, silos, telecommunications structures) strongly preferred.
- Proven ability to manage multiple job sites simultaneously.
- Proficient with Bluebeam and able to create mark-ups to share digitally with remote workers, or equivalent programs.
- Proficiency in construction management software and tools.
- Strong understanding of construction methods, scheduling, and project management.
- OSHA 30 certification or willingness to obtain.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, structural drawings, and technical documents.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel daily within the Houston area.
- Must be eligible to work in the US.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience with aviation, aerospace, or drone-related construction projects.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
What Else You Need to Know
Zipline is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other characteristics protected by state, federal or local law or our other policies.
We value diversity at Zipline and welcome applications from those who are traditionally underrepresented in tech. If you like the sound of this position but are not sure if you are the perfect fit, please apply!