Facilities Commissioning Project Manager, Cell Manufacturing

Tesla Motors, Inc.
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, Nevada, Sparks
1 Electric Avenue (Show on map)
Sep 04, 2025
What to Expect Tesla's Cell Infrastructure team is looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead teams through scoping, estimating, execution, and close out of projects, turnarounds, expansions, and retrofits. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management with experience managing commissioning tasks in an Owner/Operator environment. In this role you will be responsible for procurement coordination, arranging new contracts, scheduling, budgeting, risk management, setup and execution of projects in addition to supporting the team to ensure deliverables are met. This role requires expertise, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to effectively support multiple teams. While technical background is not required it is strongly preferred. This role has a travel expectancy of 50-70%. What You'll Do Lead assigned projects and manage all phases through scoping, execution, and close-out Manage communications regarding schedule, budget, and progress updates with key stakeholders Establish and develop technical documents, pertaining to scope, budget, schedule, and execution strategy for assigned scope Establish a risk tracking process and drive the team and stakeholders to action risks to acceptable levels Support the Operations and Commissioning team in managing various tools such as completions management software, Management of Change, work requests and others What You'll Bring Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, or the equivalent in experience Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management with preference in commissioning, operations, or turnarounds Proficient in the use of computers and business software, including Microsoft (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, PowerPoint, OneNote, Outlook, Project), Primavera P6, Bluebeam, AutoCAD Cloud Excellent communication and documentation skills with ability to understand complex problems and distill the message into a clear plan Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and make sound judgments under pressure with a willingness to adapt and lean out existing practices Strong background in all aspects of project management including, scheduling, budgeting, issuing request for quotations, drafting Scope of Works, procuring various contracts and onboarding contractors Must be willing to travel for work up to 70% of the time 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) 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