Mechanical Construction Project Manager

About the role

Mechanical Construction Project Manager | Tesla (Construction & Facilities)

Location: AUSTIN, Texas | Req ID: 281470 | Job Type: Full-time

What to Expect

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Construction Manager to lead the installation and coordination of mechanical systems on commercial / industrial / data center / process construction projects. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for the successful delivery of the mechanical scope including HVAC, piping, plumbing, process systems, and related equipment while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, schedule, and budget performance.

What You'll Do

• Lead mechanical crews, subcontractors, and trades on site
• Manage installation of mechanical systems (HVAC, hydronic/process piping, plumbing, equipment setting)
• Coordinate with the General Contractor, other trades, engineers, and owners
• Enforce safety, quality, schedule, and budget for the mechanical scope
• Review drawings, RFIs, shop drawings, and change orders
• Track progress, labor productivity, material deliveries, and punch lists
• Ensure code compliance and support commissioning activities

What You'll Bring

• 8–15+ years of mechanical construction experience (field preferred)
• Proven experience managing mechanical packages on commercial, industrial, institutional, or process projects
• Strong knowledge of mechanical codes, standards, and installation practices
• Proficiency with project management tools, Bluebeam, Procore/Autodesk Construction Cloud, and scheduling software
• OSHA 30 (or equivalent) and relevant safety certifications
• Ability to read complex mechanical drawings and coordinate 3D/BIM clashes; Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience

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)