What to Expect
Tesla is looking for an excellent Project Developer, that can autonomously drive Tesla’s charging programs, including discovery of new charging locations, diligence, negotiation & ongoing relationship management. The ideal candidate will tirelessly create opportunities, adapt to external factors and internal guidance, manage multiple projects, and build and nurture relationships.
This role requires flexibility and the ability to adapt to the evolving needs of projects and the organization. There will be opportunities for career growth based on performance and interest.
The ideal candidate comes with strong personal drive, commercial acumen, curiosity and creativity to drive business and customer experience forward. You’re a natural people person – someone who can influence cross-functional project teams, deliver through, and motivate internal and external stakeholders. You have high standards and possess self-belief to work through ambiguity and a fast-paced dynamic environment with multiple and changing priorities. Your prior work experiences have set you up to be autonomous and hit the ground running.
What You’ll Do
- Develop and manage pipeline of new charging site development opportunities that will serve current and future Tesla owners
- Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders both external and internal
- Assist with deployment program strategy, location selection and feasibility analyses
- Develop and refine proposals with property owners, governmental bodies and other key partners; Negotiate win-win solutions and close deals
- Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to improve customer experience, cost efficiency and timelines
- Work with internal legal counsel to draft, negotiate and close site host agreements
What You’ll Bring
- Highly organized, able to project manage 20+ projects in various phases simultaneously
- Internal communication and teamwork
- Strong relationship management + sales skills
- Autonomous, high-motor approach to execution and achievement
- Self-motivated and outspoken about what is needed to get a job done
- Excellent communicator, able to persuade and impact people from a wide range of roles and backgrounds
- Ability to think from the customer’s perspective
- Proven track record (2+ years) of creating and nurturing strong relationships (e.g. from Retail, Real estate or equivalent B2B experience)
- Proven track record of developing, driving and closing business opportunities
- A willingness to travel extensively within the A/NZ region
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.
