Technical Construction Project Manager

Description:
As a Technical Construction Project Manager, you will play a critical role in managing and executing construction projects from start to finish, with a strong emphasis on technical oversight and innovation. You will work closely with the design team, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to ensure successful completion of projects on time, within budget, and according to specifications, while applying advanced technical knowledge in engineering principles.  Your technical expertise, organizational skills, and ability to effectively communicate will be key in coordinating and facilitating various aspects of the construction process, including feasibility assessments and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities:
Lead and manage multi-discipline projects through all construction phases, with architectural, structural, and MEP familiarity, incorporating engineering principles and best practices
Track site execution and inspections for safety and quality compliance, using analytics for building code adherence. Ensure contractors’ Quality Control and support MEP system commissioning
Resolve design clashes by directly coordinating with teams, applying design principles and trade mechanics. Verify field conditions against documents and address issues via problem-solving and risk management
Monitor costs against budget, identify savings, and suggest value engineering. Review, generate, and submit RFI’s and Submittals
Review contractor invoices. Manage and enforce project schedules and track variances. Familiarity with Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project
Handle project buy-out: develop technical bid packages, issue RFP’s, write contracts/Scopes, issue Work Orders. Hold weekly meetings to address risks, goals, and provide technical feedback to design teams
Read, interpret, and implement Contract Documents/Specifications, focusing on technical assemblies. Ensure regulatory compliance. Coordinate with stakeholders including contractors, Design/Engineering, and QA teams

Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, or related field, or equivalent experience
Hold one of the following Certifications: Professional Engineer, Engineer in Training, Certified Construction Manager, or equivalent
6+ years in commercial construction, project management, or engineering, with hands-on scheduling, resource/risk management, budgeting, and problem-solving
Experience managing large manufacturing or industrial projects, emphasizing construction feasibility and trade mechanical oversight
Strong knowledge of construction practices, codes, regulations, safety protocols, design principles, and validating licensures/certifications
Ambitious and tenacious mindset for long hours, committed to technical standards, opportunity, and ethics
Experience in commercial construction at a General Contractor is a plus, with expertise in technical systems and assemblies

Compensation & 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