Construction Project Manager, R D Tesla Motors, Inc. 96,000 - 240,000 USD paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, California, Palo Alto Jul 31, 2026
What to Expect
The Construction Project Manager will work closely with members of the Project Management, Infrastructure Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Project Controls and Procurement departments from install through start of production. This role will supervise all on-site construction including scheduling of trade contractors, vendor tool installations, resolving day to day construction issues, performing day to day inspections to ensure compliance with plans and specifications while tracking project schedule and budget. What You'll Do
Successfully deliver, design build, and self-performed construction projects
Ensure on time, or ahead of time delivery of construction projects, enabling your teams to solve problems and prioritize execution
Promote a safe and quality driven culture, both project and companywide
Use efficient and aesthetic communication methods to escalate roadblocks or communicate successes as necessary, including the ability to clearly communicate risks
Employ a can-do attitude, ensuring all stakeholders are engaged and aligned to the project's goals
Provide the best product for your respective project's customer or end users, keeping projects moving forward and fixing concerns as they arise
Track and understand all project costs at a fundamental level, challenging design revision, RFIs and change orders to ensure Tesla receives the best value What You'll Bring
Degree in Construction Management or equivalent experience
Ideally 6 years minimum of experience on large commercial or industrial construction projects
Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation skills are a must
Advanced knowledge and proven delivery on Civil, Structural, and Architectural, Mechanical, electrical, life safety and controls scopes
High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project, Bluebeam, and Construction Cost/Data Analysis
Willingness to get your hands dirty as needed to complete objectives and lead your times through challenging projects
Ability to work within a high-performance, cross-functional organization with extremely tight timelines and aggressive goals Compensation and Benefits
Benefits Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire: Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
Company paid Basic Life, AD&D
Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
Tesla Babies program
Commuter benefits
Employee discounts and perks program
Expected Compensation
$96,000 - $240,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.