Sr. Project Controls Estimator, Civil, Structural, Architectural

What to Expect

As a Sr. Project Controls Estimator at Tesla you will be playing a critical role in company critical projects at Tesla facilities in Austin, TX. You will understand cost drivers at the fundamental level while facilitating value engineering efforts cross functionally, enabling Tesla to rapidly scale our manufacturing facilities at high speeds.

What You’ll Do

• Understand, develop, compile and present high-level cost estimates for multiple projects at Tesla
• Develop detailed cost estimates as designs develop, communicating with various stakeholders on cost drivers and value engineering opportunities across all trades
• Use efficient and aesthetic communication methods to escalate risks and communicate opportunities
• Employ a can-do attitude, ensuring all stakeholders are engaged and aligned to the program goals
• Create what-if scenario estimates for program strategy and decision making
• Develop long term strategy on estimation methodology, tool and systems for CAPEX projects

What You’ll Bring

• 5+ years of experience on large commercial or industrial construction projects, 5+ years of estimation experience required
• Experience in estimation with Civil, Structural, Architectural strongly required
• Experience in value engineering and cost modeling with fast turnaround results
• Excellent written and verbal communication presentation skills are a must
• Knowledge of how things are built at the fundamental level, experience with construction management preferred
• Ability to work within a high-performance, cross-functional organization with extremely tight timelines, aggressive goals and demanding work environment