Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Staff Network Infrastructure Technical Project Manager

IT Project ManagementPosted on Nov 13

Full-timeBrookshire, TX, USANo salary listedIn-person

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.
Experience managing IT cable plant and infrastructure projects, including reviewing and auditing installations to confirm they meet industry standards, is required.
Awareness of telecommunications standards such as TIA and ANSI 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.
Ability to solve problems, 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.
Direct project and construction management work, including logistics, documentation, and stakeholder communications under tight deadlines and short notice, using internal and external labor forces.
Present to senior leadership, manage vendors and customers, and resolve issues in ambiguous or high-pressure environments.
Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and work breakdown structure; develop project plans outlining tasks, resources, and sequence of work.
Develop comprehensive project schedules with activities, dependencies, and milestones using scheduling tools to create Gantt charts and timelines; identify the critical path and prioritize tasks to prevent schedule slippage.
Review progress against the baseline schedule and adjust as needed; use earned schedule management techniques to forecast performance and identify slippage; conduct weekly progress meetings to surface scope gaps, risks, goals, and recovery plans; communicate schedule status through updates and reports.
Monitor project costs and expenses against budgets; review contractor invoices, compare baseline and actual costs, report variances, identify cost-saving opportunities, and suggest value engineering alternatives.
Own project buy-out, including 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; coordinate with contractors, Design/Engineering, and Quality Assurance/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.

Category	Engineering & Information Technology
Location	Brookshire, Texas
Requisition ID	290016
Type	Full-time

Job Description

As a Staff Network Infrastructure Technical Project Manager (TPM), you will manage and execute 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 to specification. Your technical expertise, organizational skills, and communication will be key to coordinating work across construction, network, and facilities. This position is based at the Tesla Houston location. Tesla is a fast-moving, dynamic environment where flexibility and adaptability are key to success. The successful candidate will be a self-starter and 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
Direct project and construction management work, often centered on special operational activities. This includes logistics, documentation, and stakeholder communications, often under tight deadlines and short notice, using both internal and external labor forces
Leadership and Communication: Present to senior leadership, manage vendors and customers, and resolve issues in ambiguous or high-pressure environments
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. 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. Keep the work compliant with regulatory requirements, local authorities, industry standards, and codes

Job Requirements

Degree in Engineering, or equivalent industry experience
5+ years of experience in commercial technical program/project management, or engineering
Experience managing projects in large manufacturing or industrial environments
Experience managing IT cable plant and infrastructure projects, including reviewing and auditing installations to confirm they meet industry standards
Awareness of telecom standards, such as TIA and ANSI
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
Ability to solve problems, 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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