Tesla · 3 weeks ago
Sr. Project Controls Specialist, Cell Engineering Planning & Scheduling
AUSTIN, Texas
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expTesla's Cell Manufacturing Engineering group is seeking a highly motivated Project Controls Scheduler & Planner to oversee project controls for multiple global programs. The role involves managing project deliverables, schedules, budgets, and risks while collaborating with various teams across engineering, procurement, and construction.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain integrated EPC project schedules, considering all aspects of the project life cycle from design and engineering through construction and commissioning
Establish KPIs for project controls and the program to regularly report on project performance against metrics
Continue development and implementation of cost management tools including approved budget, total commitments, expenditures, accruals, and invoiced costs. Work closely with project teams to forecast project costs through the project lifecycle and prepare cash flow forecasts for Finance partners
Support project teams on change management
Build systems for benchmarking manufacturing projects
Lead development, implementation, and maintenance of project level and executive reporting program including dashboards, presentations, reports, etc
Work with all stakeholders to identify, evaluate, and quantify project risks and support teams through the mitigation process through risk management plans
Qualification
Required
Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
5+ years of experience working in commercial and/or large-scale infrastructure programs
Proven experience in project controls, with a track record of successfully managing and executing full life cycle projects and/or large programs with multiple projects
Strong knowledge of project management principles, including scheduling techniques, cost control, and risk management
Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Cost Control software)
Ability to communicate to executives
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail
Benefits
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
Company
Tesla
Tesla is an electric vehicle and clean energy company that provides electric cars, solar, and renewable energy solutions.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$20.12BKey Investors
Societe GeneraleEuropean UnionPennDOT
2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
2023-08-15Grant· $0.23M
Leadership Team
Vaibhav Taneja
Chief Financial Officer
Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
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