Site Manager – Civil, Structural, Architectural (CSA)(m/w/d) – Gigafactory Berlin – Brandenburg

What to Expect

Tesla was founded in 2003 with the goal of accelerating the transition to sustainable energy and protecting the planet Earth. Through solar energy, batteries, and electric vehicles, we are building a world of amazing abundance.

At Gigafactory Berlin-Brandenburg, we manufacture the Model Y, and starting in 2027, we’ll produce everything from battery cells to electric vehicles. This is unique in Europe. Our international team consists of over 12,000 employees from 130 countries. We hire talent at all skill levels - prior experience in the automotive industry is not required. Would you like to help write the next chapter in Tesla’s success story and work at one of Germany’s most modern workplaces? Then this is the right place for you!

In this role, you will lead construction activities for advanced manufacturing projects, ensuring all work is delivered in compliance with design specifications, technical drawings, German regulations, and quality standards. Your focus will be on site supervision, quality assurance, safety compliance, and the timely delivery of construction works across all CSA disciplines.

This position requires close coordination with project stakeholders and a hands-on approach to field execution.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and supervise all on-site construction activities for civil, structural, and architectural (CSA) scopes, ensuring compliance with design documentation, technical specifications, and German standards (DIN, VDI, DBV, and regional building codes).
• Conduct regular site inspections and quality checks to verify work accuracy and compliance with drawings and specifications.
• Direct and coordinate site teams, including craft personnel, subcontractors, and suppliers, ensuring alignment with project plans, safety protocols, and quality standards.
• Enforce health and safety regulations in accordance with German occupational safety laws (ArbSchG) and the Construction Site Ordinance (Baustellenverordnung).
• Identify deviations, quality issues, and technical conflicts during construction, and implement corrective actions in coordination with the Construction Manager when required.
• Serve as the primary on-site point of contact for client representatives and external stakeholders, providing regular updates on progress, quality, and compliance.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Construction Management, Civil/Structural Engineering, or a related field (preferred).
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Site Manager or in a similar leadership role. Large-scale projects may require additional years of experience.
• Experience in large-scale EPC or advanced manufacturing projects (e.g., semiconductor, EV battery, or data centers) is preferred.
• Proven leadership and supervisory skills with a strong focus on field execution and quality control.
• Proficiency in English (written and verbal); German language skills are preferred.
• Solid understanding of German building codes, safety standards, and quality requirements.
• Strong decision-making skills and a proactive, results-driven approach.
• Leading multidisciplinary teams in regulated environments prefferred.
• Proficiency in construction management tools such as Navisworks, Bluebeam, and MS Office.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills with a focus on technical accuracy and compliance.

Not only do we offer you an attractive compensation package, but also access to a wide range of perks and benefits. For example:

• Our own medical center, a gym and an in-house barbershop
• E-bike charging stations in front of the factory, more than 500 free charging stations for electric cars, a bike leasing program, free use of the nextbike bike-sharing fleet, as well as numerous free shuttle bus routes to Grünheide and the surrounding areas
• You’ll receive subsidized canteen meals, a free S-membership at the Urban Sports Club (discount from M+) and you can sign up for many language courses
• We also offer all employees a wide range of insurance options, such as a company pension plan, as well as discounts on private insurance and legal protection insurance

These and many other benefits await you. Join Tesla and help us build a world of amazing abundance.

Candidates are expected to uphold and actively promote sustainability principles in their daily work, operating in line with Tesla Global Environmental, Health, Safety & Security (EHS&S) Policy and EMAS requirements, fostering a culture of continuous environmental improvement.