Construction Manager, Energy Projects

About the role

Construction Manager, Energy Projects | Tesla (Energy - Solar & Storage)

Location: AUSTIN, Texas | Req ID: 281736 | Job Type: Full-time

What to Expect

The Commercial Construction Manager's primary responsibility is to lead and oversee project teams, including in-house installers, subcontractors, and vendors, ensuring optimal performance and alignment with project goals. This role supports the deployment and installation of key products such as Megapacks, Superchargers, Semi Chargers, and solar projects.

To effectively manage operations, the Construction Manager must be present onsite daily during active work periods. This hands-on presence enables direct oversight of day-to-day team activities, timely identification of issues, and comprehensive awareness of all onsite developments. In addition, the Manager is accountable for upholding rigorous quality standards and enforcing safe work practices across all project phases.

While these oversight functions are essential, the role prioritizes proactive team management and performance optimization.

What You'll Do

• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure on-time and within budget delivery of energy product installations
• Coordinate with internal teams (engineering, design, and operations) and external contractors to execute construction plans
• Ensure compliance with safety, enviornmental, and regulatory standars specific to energy products
• Oversee site inspections, quality control and risk management during construction phases updates
• Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, addressing concerns and providing project updates

What You'll Bring

• Experience in construction management, ideally with a focus on renewable energy or electrical infrastructure projects
• Strong understanding of energy systems, permitting processes, and local building codes
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, contractors, and budgets simultaneously
• 8 + years working experience in construction management including record of stellar leadership, organization and communication
• Ability to travel for up to 2 weeks at a time
• Knowledge of safety standards set by NEC and NFPA70E
• Journeyman's Electrical License a plus. OSHA 30 hours - CPR-First Aid Preferred

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
• Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)