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Sr. Facilities Manager

Tesla Motors, Inc.
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, Nevada, Sparks
1 Electric Avenue (Show on map)
Jan 21, 2026
What to Expect
The Gigafactory Nevada Facilities team is seeking a Senior Manager of Facilities to play a critical role in facilities operations and construction projects. This person will lead a high performing team to ensure seamless daily operations, proactive maintenance, and successful execution of construction projects at Gigafactory Nevada. This role drives efficiency, safety, and sustainability across a large-scale industrial site, supporting production goals while managing budgets, vendors, and cross functional collaborations.

What You'll Do
  • Oversee daily facilities operations, including utility management (e.g., energy, water, HVAC systems, etc.), recycling, and grounds services, while leading preventive and reactive maintenance programs for buildings, equipment, and infrastructure to reduce downtime through data-driven schedules, audits, and real-time monitoring tools
  • Manage the end-to-end execution of construction projects across the site, from planning and permitting to budgeting, contractor coordination, and on-time delivery, ensuring alignment with site expansion needs and regulatory compliance
  • Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders (e.g., production, engineering, and safety teams) to prioritize projects, resolve operational issues, and support workplace functions like employee events and accessibility improvements
  • Manage facilities budget, vendor contracts, and procurement for operations, maintenance, and construction, optimizing costs through automation and data analytics
  • Ensure 100% compliance with safety protocols, environmental regulations, and industry standards (e.g., OSHA, ISO), conducting regular audits, training, and incident response drills across all site activities
  • Monitor and report on key performance metrics (e.g., uptime, project timelines, utility efficiency), providing quarterly reviews and recommendations for continuous improvement
  • Identify and mitigate risks in operations and construction, such as supply chain disruptions or regulatory changes, by developing contingency plans and maintaining flexible timelines

What You'll Bring
  • Degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience
  • Professional certifications (e.g., CFM, PMP) preferred
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in facilities operations, maintenance, and construction management, ideally in large - scale industrial or manufacturing environments. (e.g. automotive, pharma, semiconductor sectors)
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills with proficiency in tools like Power BI, CMMS software, or project management platforms
  • Ability to train and mentor colleagues on best practices for project management and execution
  • Ability to work within a high-performance, cross-functional organization with extremely tight timelines and aggressive goals
  • Capacity to work long hours on demanding projects in high stress environments

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:

  • 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
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