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Project Manager, Deployment, Energy

Victoria, Australia (On-site)

Project Manager, Deployment, Energy

2 Weeks ago • 5 Years + • Facilities Management • Undisclosed

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Job Description

Tesla seeks a Project Manager for its Utility Scale Energy business in Victoria and APAC. The role entails overseeing the safe and compliant engineering, design, construction, and commissioning of utility-scale storage projects. Responsibilities include managing EPC subcontractors, grid connection agreements, internal/external stakeholders, and ensuring project success within time, cost, and quality constraints. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management experience in energy infrastructure, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Regular reporting and adherence to contractual conditions are key aspects of the position. The successful candidate will also ensure compliance with Tesla's internal agreements and targets, focusing on safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Must have:

5+ years end-to-end project management experience
Engineering degree (Civil or Electrical preferred)
Experience delivering registered generators in NEM
Renewable energy, power distribution, or utilities experience
Manage EPC sub-contractors & grid connection agreements
Construction contracts, subcontracts, and bid process knowledge

Good to have:

PMP/PMC certification
Basic knowledge of electrical infrastructure
Ability to manage matrixed project teams

Perks:

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Parental leave
Employee Vehicle Loan Program
Novated Leasing (AU only)
Well-being Fund
Bike to work
Birthday Leave & Volunteer Leave

What to Expect

Due to continued growth in our Utility Scale Energy business, we are seeking a motivated and experienced Project Manager to help deliver a large pipeline of Projects, both in Victoria and around the wider APAC region.

The Project Manager is ultimately responsible for the safe and compliant engineering, design, construction and commissioning of Utility scale storage projects assigned to them within Tesla deployment portfolio within time, quality and cost constraints, including a high-quality hand over to the Tesla Service team.

The ideal candidate will have solid hands-on experience managing energy infrastructure projects; demonstrates initiative, clear-headed problem solving, and mastery of the tactical detail for each project.

Finally, you’ll bring high energy and an optimistic approach towards driving each project to completion, within a dynamic team and business environment.

What You’ll Do

Responsible for project ownership and execution, which requires understanding/managing the scope and schedule and keeping all parties in sync
Overall management of EPC sub-contractors for all phases of construction of projects including design, construction, commissioning, and completion
Understand and manage the grid connection agreement during construction and testing phases
Interface with and manage internal and external stakeholders, from contracting stage through execution and handover to Service
Identify gaps in scope and responsibility to ensure project success, requiring a comprehensive understanding of engineering, construction, permitting concepts and rules of conduct
Where relevant, support the finance team and supply information to ensure Tesla’s overall compliance with the internal agreements and targets
Ensure all works of Tesla employees and contractors are carried out in a safe, high quality, efficient manner in the spirit of continuous improvement
Adhere to contractual conditions to ensure compliance and Tesla’s subsequent compliance with upstream agreements
Prepare regular reports on project status and risk

What You’ll Bring

Engineering degree (Civil or Electrical Preferred), Tertiary qualifications or relevant work experience
5+ years of end-to-end project management experience
Experience delivering registered generators in the NEM desirable
Experience in delivering projects in Renewable energy , Power distribution or Utilities
PMP/PMC certification preferred
Ability to travel up to 50% of the time (mostly local travel but occasionally international travel will be required)
Knowledge of construction contracts, subcontracts, and the bid process
Ability to manage field construction activities and resources
Basic knowledge of Electrical infrastructure
Ability to manage several projects and prioritise
Highly motivated self-starter
Ability to work cross functionally with engineering, business development, and construction personnel.
Experience managing matrixed project teams
Excellent communication and documentation skills

Compensation and Benefits

Benefits

In addition to a competitive compensation package, Tesla Australia & New Zealand is pleased to offer the following benefits for permanent employees:

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Parental leave (no minimum employment period)
Primary carers – 18 weeks at full pay or 36 weeks half pay
Secondary carers – 6 weeks full pay
Employee Vehicle Loan Program
Novated Leasing (AU only)
Well-being Fund – An annual allowance for all employees to support their well-being in ways that are meaningful to them
Bike to work – $10 per day if you cycle to work
Birthday Leave & Volunteer Leave

Some eligibility criteria may apply, benefits detailed above are subject to change / withdrawal at Tesla’s discretion with no prior notice.

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