Tesla is seeking a Senior Program Manager to drive strategic execution across Engineering, Design Management, Construction, and Infrastructure delivery. This role reports to the Bay Area Infrastructure Leader and serves as a key partner in shaping and scaling Tesla’s built environment, from concept to completion, across multiple sites. You will own end-to-end program management for high-impact, cross-functional initiatives spanning architectural design, engineering systems, construction delivery, and infrastructure integration.
This is a pivotal role that demands operational excellence, strategic foresight, and the ability to align complex technical and business priorities across The ideal candidate is a high-impact executor, analytical, proactive, and resilien, thriving in ambiguity, with a proven ability to lead through influence, not authority. You will be the central nervous system of execution: building structure from complexity, driving accountability, and delivering clarity to senior leadership and their teams.
Program management for large and small cap engineering, design, and construction initiatives across Tesla’s R&D infrastructure portfolio Partner with Engineering, Design Management, Construction Management, and Infrastructure teams to support their successful delivery in scope, schedule, budget, risk, and dependencies; establish governance, milestones, and decision gates Serve as the primary executive reporting point for program health, developing dashboards, leadership briefings, and escalation frameworks that translate technical progress into strategic insights Drive cross-functional coordination across engineering, construction, workplace, facilities, real estate, EHS, security, finance, and procurement team with urgency and precision Build and mature program management standards: templates, workflows, KPIs, and tooling—ensuring consistency, transparency, and scalability across teams Proactively identify risks, dependencies, and bottlenecks; escalating with data-driven recommendations and solutions to keep programs on track Champion continuous improvement: refine processes, tools, and collaboration models to increase velocity, reduce waste, and enhance execution quality Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience 7+ years of progressive experience in engineering, construction, design management, or infrastructure program management Demonstrated success in executive-facing roles: delivering clear, concise, and actionable updates to senior leadership; influencing without authority Deep understanding of the full project lifecycle: from pre-development, design, permitting, and procurement through construction, commissioning, and handover Exceptional analytical and organizational skills: ability to synthesize complex data into strategic narratives and operational plans Self-driven, intellectually curious, and energized by challenge.
Thrives in high-velocity, ambiguous environments and delivers results under pressure Strong communication and stakeholder management skills; ability to build trust, align teams, and drive consensus across technical, operational, and business leaders 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) Expected Compensation $108,000 - $210,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
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