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What to Expect
Tesla seeks a talented, business-oriented professional who can autonomously
manage all phases of new site development processes for all Tesla Charging
products. The Project Developer finds the best places to host Tesla charging
products. They manage site selection, contract negotiation with site hosts,
utility and permitting feasibility studies, and ensuring efficient project
hand-off to the Tesla installation team for construction and close-out. The
Project Developer is fully responsible for ensuring current and future Tesla
customers have the best experience at the most convenient charging stations.
The responsibilities of this position may change over time. This role requires
flexibility and adaptability to the evolving needs of Tesla's programs,
projects, and organization.
What You'll Do
Develop and manage pipeline of potential new sites that will meet the
market's goals to serve current and future Tesla customers
Build and maintain relationships with key internal and external deployment
colleagues
Develop, refine and manage comprehensive site due diligence
Lead efforts to obtain all necessary approvals from utilities and
permitting authorities
Work with attorneys to draft, negotiate and execute site host agreements
Work closely with installation colleagues to assess and manage
installation costs and timeline
What You'll Bring
Organization - Highly organized, able to simultaneously manage 20+
projects in various phases, without missing a beat
Autonomy - Autonomous, high-motor approach to execution and achievement.
Self-motivated and outspoken about what is needed to get a job done
Business Model-oriented – must be able to understand site host needs and
how Tesla charging integrates into meeting their business goals
Excellent Communication - strategic listener, conscious conversationalist,
and persuasive of people from a wide range of roles and backgrounds;
Comfortable communicating with all types of stakeholders, including CEOs,
facility managers, city planners, marketing managers, and utility planners
Risk Management - Aggressive approach to reducing risk and getting ahead
of problems before they impact project timelines
Experience in contracts, real estate, utility planning, charging
infrastructure, EV infrastructure policy, and local permitting preferred
