Business Development Manager - Charging Infrastructure

Overview

This role involves independently managing every stage of new site development for Tesla's Charging products in a designated area. Responsibilities include identifying optimal locations, negotiating contracts with site hosts, conducting utility and permitting feasibility analyses, and ensuring smooth transition to design and installation teams for project completion. The position is dedicated to enhancing the charging experience for current and prospective Tesla customers through convenient station placement.

This position requires adaptability as responsibilities may evolve in accordance with Tesla's network and organizational changes.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and manage a portfolio of potential sites aligned with market goals to support present and future electric vehicle users.
• Establish and nurture partnerships with internal teams and external collaborators involved in deployment.
• Perform comprehensive assessments and due diligence on potential sites.
• Coordinate with utility providers and permitting authorities to secure all necessary approvals.
• Collaborate with legal teams to prepare, negotiate, and finalize agreements with site hosts.
• Partner with design and installation teams to evaluate installation expenses and schedules.
• Maintain accurate forecasting of upcoming milestones and thoroughly document progression throughout development phases.

Candidate Profile

• Proficient negotiator with demonstrated success in contract discussions, real estate, utility planning, charging and EV infrastructure policy, and local permitting are highly preferred.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to juggle over 20 projects simultaneously without oversight.
• Highly autonomous and driven, with a proactive, results-oriented mindset and clear communication about project requirements.
• Strong business acumen, capable of understanding site host priorities and integrating Tesla charging solutions to align with their objectives.
• Excellent communication skills, adept at engaging diverse stakeholders such as executives, facility managers, city planners, marketing, and utility experts.
• Proactive risk management approach to preemptively address issues that could delay project timelines.

Compensation and Benefits

In addition to competitive salary, full-time Tesla employees gain access to an extensive range of benefits from the first day, which include:

• Medical plans with options available at no payroll cost.
• Benefits supporting family-building, fertility, adoption, and surrogacy.
• Dental and vision insurance plans including orthodontic coverage with options for zero paycheck contributions.
• Company contributions to Health Savings Accounts when enrolled in qualifying medical plans.
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• 401(k) plan with employer match and employee stock purchase opportunities.
• Company-paid basic life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage (subject to waiting period).
• Employee assistance program for personal and professional support.
• Paid sick leave, vacation days, flex time, and paid holidays.
• Backup childcare and resources for parenting support.
• Optional voluntary benefits including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, legal services, and pet insurance.
• Programs aimed at weight loss and tobacco cessation.
• Special programs such as Tesla Babies and commuter benefits.
• Employee discounts and perks.