The Role

The Supercharger Deployment Manager role entails active program coordination of all deployment phases of Tesla's Supercharger sites, including construction feasibility and due diligence, site layout and design, electric utility service requests, site permitting, construction, and project closeout. The ideal candidate has relevant experience managing infrastructure related projects of varying size and complexity in different regions and demonstrates a bias to action, supported by logical problem-solving skills with a reliance on a thorough understanding project details. Finally, the ideal candidate should bring high energy and an optimistic approach to completing projects in a swift and quality manner.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of feasibility, design, and construction of Supercharger sites. A key performance indicator is the number of sites successfully opened for public use
• Facilitate field site visits to conduct due diligence related to constructability, design, utility servicing, and cost. Provide site reports and preliminary sketches as needed
• Review site related project documents to assess construction viability
• Serve as the liaison with utility company personnel to determine the best routing of primary electrical service
• Meet with zoning/permitting personnel to understand jurisdictional approval requirements and opportunities for timeline reduction
• Represent Tesla and the Supercharger program at public meetings Track and manage status of all needed approvals
• Review and approve construction bids and change orders. Provide support as needed to the general contractor during all phases of construction

Requirements

• Minimum 3-5 years project management, construction management, and/or site development experience. Prior work in telecom/solar/retail development as a project manager is valuable
• A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, or equivalent would be an asset. Utility experience is plus
• Ability to travel (40% - 50%)
• Established record of accomplishment managing and delivering projects on time and on budget while adhering to the highest quality and standards. Strong understanding of AC and DC power, transformers, circuit protection, single-line electrical and mechanical diagrams, and construction drawings. Knowledge of engineering design, permitting processes, and on-site construction practices
• Thorough understanding of construction administration processes, including contracts, budgets, construction documents, change orders, schedules, RFIs, submittals, and material procurement. Working knowledge of utility design processes. Skilled in reading, understanding and redlining design drawings with an understanding of cost implications of construction design options and the ability to make cost-efficiency recommendations
• Aptitude in communicating and building relationships with property owners, local jurisdictions, utility companies and other stakeholders throughout the project cycle.
• Ability to work autonomously, in a fast-paced environment. Proven ability to manage changing priorities. Self-starter approach to challenging the status quo; innovative ideas that improve our: designs, processes, assemblies, costs, or the company as a whole. Ability to identify the critical path tasks in a project timeline and accelerate project completion

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:

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• LGBTQ+ care concierge services
• 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
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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

$83,600 - $285,000/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.