Construction Estimator
San Jose, CA, United States
As an Estimator at Tesla, you will play a pivotal role in our construction projects at Tesla facilities. You will have a deep understanding of cost drivers and facilitate value engineering efforts across functions, supporting Tesla's rapid scaling of manufacturing facilities.
Responsibilities
Develop and present high-level cost estimates for multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Create detailed cost estimates as designs progress, collaborating with stakeholders on cost drivers and value engineering opportunities across all trades
Maintain a proactive approach to ensure all stakeholders are aligned with program goals
Define long-term strategies for estimation methodologies, tools, and systems for CAPEX projects
Estimate cost impacts related to design changes and construction strategies during project execution, working closely with project teams to forecast costs
Assist in preparing cost information for project funding requests to management as well as track and summarize estimate performance in collaboration with Finance
Contribute to the development of estimating standards, procedures, and systems, and provide input for future benchmarking and estimating tools
Requirements 5+ years of experience in estimation, preferably across all trades
Experience in estimating Civil, Structural, Architectural, Mechanical, Piping, and life safety systems
Proven experience in value engineering and rapid cost modeling
Fundamental knowledge of construction processes; experience in construction management preferred
Ability to thrive in a high-performance, cross-functional organization with tight timelines and aggressive goals
Experience with change management procedures and ability to prepare cost trend/change estimates
Willingness to travel to project locations as needed (up to 50%), sometimes on short notice
Compensation and Benefits
Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire: 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)
LGBTQ+ care concierge services
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
Expected Compensation
$88,000 - $300,000/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.