Electrical Construction Project Manager

Tesla

Austin, Texas Posted October 28, 2026

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On-site Full-time Senior
Job Description

Description:
As an Electrical Construction Project Manager, you will play a critical role in managing and executing electrical construction projects from start to finish. You will collaborate closely with the Design team, subcontractors, and other key stakeholders to ensure successful project completion on time, within budget, and according to specifications. Your technical expertise, organizational skills, and ability to communicate effectively will be crucial as you coordinate and facilitate various aspects of the construction process.

Responsibilities:
Oversee electrical systems and energization across all phases of construction, ensuring work is completed according to safety guidelines and quality standards
Track site execution, inspections, and contractor quality control to ensure compliance with internal Quality Assurance and commissioning procedures
Expedite solutions to design clashes in collaboration with the design team, and address any foreseeable issues by field-verifying conditions against contract documents
Monitor project costs and compare actual expenses to the budget, identifying cost-saving opportunities and recommending value engineering alternatives
Review, generate, and submit Requests for Information (RFIs) and Submittals; track contractor invoices and manage project schedules based on project documents
Lead project buy-out, including developing bid packages, working with procurement to issue RFPs, writing contracts and scopes of work, and issuing work orders
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and local codes, while maintaining clear communication with all stakeholders, including contractors, Design/Engineering teams, and QA/Commissioning

Requirements:
Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
3-5+ years of experience in commercial construction, project management, or engineering
Experience managing projects in large manufacturing plants, industrial environments, or similar sectors
Strong knowledge of electrical construction practices, codes, regulations, and safety protocols
Ability to solve complex problems, multitask effectively, and prioritize project objectives
Willingness to work long hours, with a tenacious and ambitious approach to project goals
Experience with large-scale EPCI (Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Installation) projects and a Professional Engineering (PE) license is a plus

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

Required Skills
project management collaboration quality assurance compliance procurement communication electrical engineering manufacturing private equity
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