Construction Project Manager

Company: Anduril Industries
Location: Costa Mesa
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

ABOUT THE TEAM The Design & Construction team at Anduril delivers the factories, labs, offices, and secure spaces that enable our teams to design, build, and deploy advanced defense technology. Our projects span high-performance manufacturing facilities, mission-critical secure environments, and collaborative workspaces, giving our team exposure to a uniquely wide variety of technical and operational challenges. More than just delivering buildings, we are (literally) rebuilding the American defense industrial base. Our work directly accelerates how quickly critical technology moves from concept to production and into the hands of the warfighter. ABOUT THE JOB We are looking for a Construction Project Manager to join our rapidly growing team in Costa Mesa, CA. This individual will help us bring our growing real estate portfolio of offices, factories, and secure spaces to life. WHAT YOU’LL DO Preconstruction and Design: Gather (and help define) user requirements for nascent construction projects. Generate accurate cost estimates at all stages of a project lifecycle (concept, test fits, schematic designs, construction drawings, etc.). Manage relationships with consultants, regional contractors, and suppliers as needed to support individual project cost estimates. Perform early site due diligence to assist executive go/no-go decisions as needed. Assemble and lead project design teams (architects and consultants). Budget and Financial Oversight: Develop and manage budgets for construction and maintenance projects: everything from large greenfield projects to small one-day capital improvements. Work closely with Finance/FP&A for cash flow forecasting. Prepare and present financial reports to senior executives. Contracting Strategy: Develop and implement creative contracting structures that align incentives, reduce change order disputes, and set up projects for success. Establish commercial terms that drive transparency, predictability, and fairness throughout the project lifecycle. Structure contracts to appropriately allocate risk, protect the company’s interests, and minimize potential disputes. Stakeholder Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for all construction-related matters. Advise in all phases of any given project: programming, design, pre-construction, closeout, and operations - not just construction. Communicate project progress, challenges, and solutions to senior management and other key internal stakeholders. Work cross-functionally with non-constriction functions like Security, Network Engineering, Facilities Management, Marketing, Kitchen Operations, Manufacturing, EHS, Legal, and many others. External Project Management and Coordination: Maintain strong relationships with contractors, consultants, vendors, and authorities having jurisdiction. Collaborate closely with external project management teams to ensure alignment of construction activities with overall project objectives. Facilitate regular meetings with external project managers to discuss project updates, resource allocation, and potential challenges. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in construction management. Strong background in design advisory, pre-construction, and project kickoff/setup. Extreme orderliness when it comes to document control. Excellent project management skills, with a proven track record of delivering large-scale projects on time and within budget. In-depth knowledge of construction means and methods, materials, MEP systems and building codes. Effective communication and interpersonal skills. Competency in CPM scheduling methods, construction document review, and contract administration. Willingness to travel at 25%-50% of the time (international travel included). Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience with advanced manufacturing-related projects Experience with construction management software. Excel proficiency: You can work quickly, you’re organized, and you build models that others can easily and intuitively pick up. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field. Experience with ICD-705 and TEMPEST-related policies and guidance is welcome US Salary Range $129,000 - $171,000 USD The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including: Healthcare Benefits US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents. IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents. Additional Benefits Income Protection : Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees. Generous time off : Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs. Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting. Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available. Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region. Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility. Retirement Savings Plan US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options. UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match. AUS Roles: Superannuation plan. The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process. Protecting Yourself from Recruitment Scams Anduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job seekers with false interviews or job offers. These scammers often attempt to extract payment or sensitive personal information. To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind: No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates. Please always verify communications: Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will only come from an @anduril.com address. Via Agency Partner: If contacted by a recruiting agency for an Anduril role, their email will clearly identify their agency. If you suspect any suspicious activity, please verify the agency's authenticity by reaching out to contact@anduril.com . Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach: If you receive any communication that appears suspicious, contains grammatical errors, or makes unusual requests, do not engage. Always confirm the sender's email domain is @anduril.com before providing any personal information or clicking on links. What to Do If You Suspect Fraud: Should you encounter any questionable or fraudulent outreach claiming to be from Anduril, please report it immediately to contact@anduril.com . Your proactive caution is invaluable in protecting your personal information and upholding the security and trustworthiness of our recruitment efforts. Data Privacy To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/ .

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