Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Staff Network Infrastructure Technical Program Manager

Project ManagementUpdated on Nov 10

Full-timeAustin, TX, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A degree in Engineering or equivalent industry experience is required.
At least 5 years of experience in commercial technical program or project management, or engineering, is required.
Experience managing projects in large manufacturing or industrial environments is required.
Strong knowledge of construction practices, codes, regulations, and safety protocols is required.
Experience reading, interpreting, and implementing Contract Documents, Project Drawings, and Specifications is required.
Proficiency with scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or Primavera is required.
The ability to problem solve, multitask, and prioritize project objectives is required.

Responsibilities

Manage network infrastructure projects and lead cross-functional, global, and matrixed teams across hardware, software, construction, and facilities, building working relationships to keep programs aligned from kickoff through closeout.
Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and work breakdown structures, and develop comprehensive plans specifying tasks, resources, and work sequence.
Develop project schedules covering activities, dependencies, and milestones; use scheduling tools to create Gantt charts and timelines; identify and prioritize critical-path tasks.
Review progress against baseline schedules, adjust plans as needed, use earned schedule management techniques to forecast performance and identify slippage, conduct weekly progress meetings to identify scope gaps, risks, goals, and recovery plans, and report schedule status to stakeholders.
Monitor project costs and expenses against budgets, track and review contractor invoices, compare baselines with actuals, report variances, identify cost-saving opportunities, and suggest value-engineering alternatives.
Own project buy-out by developing bid packages, working with Procurement to issue requests for proposals, writing contracts and Scopes of Work, and issuing Work Orders.
Read, interpret, and implement Contract Documents, Project Drawings, and Specifications, coordinating with contractors, Design/Engineering, and QA/Commissioning to ensure field work matches the documents.
Track site execution and inspections to ensure work follows safety guidelines and quality standards and complies with regulatory requirements, local authorities, industry standards, and codes.
Present to senior leadership, manage vendors and customers, and resolve issues in ambiguous or high-pressure environments.

Desired Qualifications

Familiarity with Microsoft Azure DevOps is a plus.

Category	Engineering & Information Technology
Location	AUSTIN, Texas
Requisition ID	285405
Type	Full-time

Job Description

As a Staff Network Infrastructure Technical Program Manager (TPM), you will play a critical role in managing and executing network infrastructure projects from start to finish. You will work closely with the design team, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to complete projects on time, within budget, and according to specifications. Your technical expertise, organizational skills, and ability to communicate effectively will be key in coordinating the work across construction, network, and facilities. This position is based in the Tesla Austin Gigafactory. Tesla is a fast moving, dynamic environment where flexibility and adaptability are key attributes needed for success. The successful candidate will be a self-starter; motivated, with strong end-to-end program management expertise.

Job Responsibilities

Manage network infrastructure projects and lead cross-functional, global, and matrixed teams across hardware, software, construction, and facilities. Build strong working relationships between those teams so the program stays aligned from kickoff through closeout
Project Planning: Define the project scope, objectives, deliverables, and work breakdown structure. Develop comprehensive project plans that outline the tasks, resources, and sequence of work required
Project Scheduling: Develop comprehensive project schedules that include all project activities, dependencies, and milestones. Use scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or Primavera to build detailed Gantt charts and timelines. Identify the critical path and prioritize tasks on that path so the project does not slip
Progress Monitoring and Reporting: Regularly review progress against the baseline schedule and adjust as needed. Use earned schedule management techniques to forecast future performance and identify schedule slippage early. Conduct weekly progress meetings with the project team to surface scope gaps, risks, project goals, and recovery plans, and communicate schedule status to stakeholders through regular updates and reports
Monitor project costs and expenses, comparing actuals against the budget. Track and review contractor invoices, compare baseline to actual, and report variances. Identify cost-saving opportunities and suggest value engineering alternatives
Own project buy-out, including developing bid packages, working with Procurement to issue RFPs, writing contracts and Scopes of Work, and issuing Work Orders
Read, interpret, and implement Contract Documents, Project Drawings, and Specifications. Coordinate with contractors, Design/Engineering, and QA/Commissioning so the work in the field matches the documents
Track site execution and inspections to ensure work is performed according to safety guidelines and quality standards, and remains compliant with regulatory requirements, local authorities, industry standards, and codes
Leadership and Communication: Present to senior leadership, manage vendors and customers, and resolve issues in ambiguous or high-pressure environments

Job Requirements

Degree in Engineering, or equivalent industry experience
5+ years' experience in commercial technical program/project management, or engineering
Experience managing projects in large manufacturing or industrial environments
Strong knowledge of construction practices, codes, regulations, and safety protocols
Experience reading, interpreting, and implementing Contract Documents, Project Drawings, and Specifications
Proficiency with scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or Primavera
Familiarity with Microsoft Azure DevOps is a plus
Ability to problem solve, multitask, and prioritize project objectives

About the Company

Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Tesla makes electric cars and batteries that store power for homes and utilities, and it develops self-driving software and humanoid robots. In 2023, its Model Y became the first electric vehicle to rank as the world's best-selling car. Buyers order the Model 3 sedan, Model Y SUV, or Cybertruck pickup directly from Tesla instead of through dealers, and they charge on its Supercharger fast-charging network. It also sells Megapack and Powerwall batteries, runs a robotaxi service, and charges drivers a monthly fee for self-driving software that still needs their supervision. Tesla was founded in 2003, with Elon Musk as its lead early investor and a recognized co-founder, and it is based in Austin, Texas.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Austin, TX
Founded: 2003

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