Cost Control, Project Controls
Full-time
Tesla
What To Expect
As a Cost Engineer, you will play a critical role in optimizing and controlling the total cost management program on mega Projects. You will be responsible for monitoring and managing the Total Cost Management program, including cost management strategies, analyzing financial and cost engineering data, change management and working collaboratively with various departments to drive accurate, consistent reporting and analysis targeting cost reduction and efficiency initiatives. Your expertise will contribute to the overall profitability and competitiveness of our Project and organization. Project Controls Team has multiple locations possible: Austin, TX; Sparks, NV; San Francisco, CA; Brookshire, TX; Robstown, TX Project Controls Team has multiple locations possible: Austin, TX; Sparks, NV; San Francisco, CA; Brookshire, TX; Robstown, TX Project Controls Team has multiple locations possible: Austin, TX; Sparks, NV; San Francisco, CA; Brookshire, TX; Robstown, TX What You'll Do Execute and maintain a comprehensive cost management program including cost tracking, forecasting, and cost reduction plans. Conduct cost analysis and cost trending to identify variations between budgeted and actual costs. Analyze historical project data to develop cost trends and benchmarks for current and future projectsSupport the Project Change Management program in a multi-interface fast tracked mega project. This includes internal and external change management (cost & schedule). Support the evaluation and quantify the impact of project changes, including scope changes, variations, and contract amendments. Assess the cost implications of change orders and negotiate with contractors or suppliers when necessaryProvide regular forecasts of project costs to ensure alignment with financial goals. Develop and Maintain cost forecasts for ongoing projects. Utilize cost data and trends to predict potential cost overruns or savings and provide recommendations for mitigation. Collaborate with project managers to ensure that cost controls are in place and budgets are adhered toMonitor actual costs against budgets and analyze variances, providing recommendations for corrective actions as needed. Track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to cost management and provide regular reports to senior management. Track a cost management reporting plan (include weekly and monthly reporting/ presentations). Communicate cost trends and potential issues to project teams and senior managementEnsure compliance with financial regulations and industry standards in cost reporting and managementStay up-to-date with industry best practices and emerging cost management technologies to drive ongoing process improvement. Implement cost control best practices and seek opportunities for process improvements What You'll Bring Bachelor's Degree in Business or equivalent experience Experience (typically 5+ years) in cost management, budgeting, and forecast analysis, ideally in the complex industrial process industryStrong knowledge cost management processes and cost structures on a large scale EPC projectProficiency in financial modeling and cost analysis toolsExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments, in ambiguous environmentsAnalytical mindset with attention to detail. Agile in learning and utilizing new softwareUse PowerBI dashboards to report to executive management Benefits
Compensation and 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 , Tesla
As a Cost Engineer, you will play a critical role in optimizing and controlling the total cost management program on mega Projects. You will be responsible for monitoring and managing the Total Cost Management program, including cost management strategies, analyzing financial and cost engineering data, change management and working collaboratively with various departments to drive accurate, consistent reporting and analysis targeting cost reduction and efficiency initiatives. Your expertise will contribute to the overall profitability and competitiveness of our Project and organization. Project Controls Team has multiple locations possible: Austin, TX; Sparks, NV; San Francisco, CA; Brookshire, TX; Robstown, TX Project Controls Team has multiple locations possible: Austin, TX; Sparks, NV; San Francisco, CA; Brookshire, TX; Robstown, TX Project Controls Team has multiple locations possible: Austin, TX; Sparks, NV; San Francisco, CA; Brookshire, TX; Robstown, TX What You'll Do Execute and maintain a comprehensive cost management program including cost tracking, forecasting, and cost reduction plans. Conduct cost analysis and cost trending to identify variations between budgeted and actual costs. Analyze historical project data to develop cost trends and benchmarks for current and future projectsSupport the Project Change Management program in a multi-interface fast tracked mega project. This includes internal and external change management (cost & schedule). Support the evaluation and quantify the impact of project changes, including scope changes, variations, and contract amendments. Assess the cost implications of change orders and negotiate with contractors or suppliers when necessaryProvide regular forecasts of project costs to ensure alignment with financial goals. Develop and Maintain cost forecasts for ongoing projects. Utilize cost data and trends to predict potential cost overruns or savings and provide recommendations for mitigation. Collaborate with project managers to ensure that cost controls are in place and budgets are adhered toMonitor actual costs against budgets and analyze variances, providing recommendations for corrective actions as needed. Track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to cost management and provide regular reports to senior management. Track a cost management reporting plan (include weekly and monthly reporting/ presentations). Communicate cost trends and potential issues to project teams and senior managementEnsure compliance with financial regulations and industry standards in cost reporting and managementStay up-to-date with industry best practices and emerging cost management technologies to drive ongoing process improvement. Implement cost control best practices and seek opportunities for process improvements What You'll Bring Bachelor's Degree in Business or equivalent experience Experience (typically 5+ years) in cost management, budgeting, and forecast analysis, ideally in the complex industrial process industryStrong knowledge cost management processes and cost structures on a large scale EPC projectProficiency in financial modeling and cost analysis toolsExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments, in ambiguous environmentsAnalytical mindset with attention to detail. Agile in learning and utilizing new softwareUse PowerBI dashboards to report to executive management Benefits
Compensation and 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 , Tesla
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