FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
BUDA, TX, April 13, 2026 — The Buda Economic Development Corporation (Buda EDC) is proud to announce that TerraFirma will relocate its headquarters from Austin to Buda beginning in April 2026. Founded by former SpaceX Engineers and backed by Bain Capital Ventures, TerraFirma is pioneering the future of construction and infrastructure development by combining software, robotics, and advanced operational processes to make earthmoving and site work faster, safer, and more cost-effective. The company will move into a 40,000-square-foot integrated HQ, R&D, and testing facility at Tower Business Park, located at 1340 FM 2001 in Buda, Texas.
The relocation will bring the entire team under one roof, creating space to support growing demand and fulfill recently secured contracts. The new headquarters will also include dedicated outdoor testing space for the company’s robotic and AI-driven construction equipment, providing a controlled environment to advance and refine its technology.
As the construction industry faces persistent labor shortages, rising costs, and growing demand for new infrastructure, TerraFirma is expanding the industry’s capacity to build. By combining software, robotics, and field operations, the company enables teams to complete more work in less time. The result is faster project delivery, more supply entering the market, and the creation of new, high-quality roles across engineering, operations, and skilled equipment management.
Locating in Buda will create high-quality, long-term jobs in engineering, skilled equipment operations, robotics maintenance, and construction management. This move further demonstrates that Buda offers a highly skilled workforce capable of supporting advanced, high-paying technology jobs. The relocation also highlights the emergence of a growing AI and robotics industry cluster, with TerraFirma joining several other similar companies that recently established operations in Buda. As these companies expand, they bring high-quality employment opportunities and increased disposable income, strengthening and supporting local businesses.
Noah Schochet, CEO and Co-founder of TerraFirma, said, “Buda is the ideal location for our headquarters. The region’s strong workforce, proximity to major metropolitan markets, and growing tech and AI community create the right environment for us to scale both our technology and our mission.” Noah McGuinness, CTO and Co-founder, continued, “Our team is deeply grateful to the Buda EDC for helping us secure the right home to accelerate our technology development. We are focused on building tools that remove bottlenecks in construction and ultimately make the industry faster, safer, and more cost-effective.”
“This project brings hundreds of high-tech, in-demand jobs to our community and directly supports our strategic plan. It is exactly the type of innovation-focused, high-wage employer we aim to recruit to Buda, strengthening our reputation as a location for advanced industrial and robotics-focused businesses and helping attract complementary employers and investment over time. This move reinforces Buda’s position as an emerging hub for technology and innovation,” explains Lee Urbanovsky, Mayor of Buda, TX.
About the Buda Economic Development Corporation (Buda EDC)
The Buda EDC is dedicated to sustainable economic growth and the quality of life in Buda, Texas. Through strategic partnerships, business support services, and targeted industry development, Buda EDC works to attract new investment, retain and expand local businesses, and promote innovation across key sectors, including advanced manufacturing, knowledge-based services, and arts and entertainment. With a commitment to collaboration, community engagement, and preserving Buda’s unique culture, Buda EDC serves as a catalyst for opportunity, ensuring a thriving economy for residents, businesses, and future generations. Learn more at www.budaedc.com.
About TerraFirma, Inc.
Founded by former SpaceX Engineers and backed by Bain Capital Ventures, TerraFirma is dedicated to revolutionizing the way that humanity builds large-scale physical infrastructure. The company’s core belief is that a drastic reduction in construction costs and timelines is essential for building a brighter future here on Earth. TerraFirma, is pioneering the future of construction and infrastructure development by combining software, robotics, and advanced operational processes to make earthmoving and site work faster, safer, and more cost-effective. Learn more at www.terrafirma.inc.
###
Contact:
Buda Economic Development Corporation
John Costilla | Marketing & Communications
john.costilla@budaedc.com | 512-295-6525
