Staff Technical Program Manager - Infrastructure Design
Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract.
As a company, we constantly challenge what’s possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.
Role Summary
The Infrastructure Design team is responsible for the design of the core infrastructure enabling our production capacity. This includes site civil, core and shell structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire systems. The team works closely with the Architectural Design and Construction Management teams to integrate and execute designs. As one of our Technical Program Managers, you will oversee core infrastructure programs from concept through launch, including conceptualization, design, procurement, installation, commissioning, and turnover to Manufacturing Engineering for equipment installation.
Responsibilities
- Work with the cross-functional team to build a comprehensive plan for each project, highlighting the critical path. Track actual progress against the plan. Plan covers all aspects - scope, cost, timing.
- Highlight and actively troubleshoot risks or misses against the plan.
- Build and improve project execution tools and processes.
- Distill organizational goals into strategic roadmaps and break down into program plans.
- Actively cultivate Rivian company culture within the Manufacturing Engineering team.
- Help fill organizational gaps to keep the critical path on track. Examples include:
- Analyzing data to inform a prioritization or problem-solving activity
- Managing equipment suppliers or installation contractors
- Facilitating tactical stand-ups or problem-solving activity
- Understanding technical decisions and drawing connections between groups
Qualifications
- 3+ years designing and building complex infrastructure such as manufacturing/industrial plants, hospitals, data centers or similar
- 2+ years in a project manager role facilitating a cross-functional team to deliver projects.
- Experience managing 3rd party resources such as contractors, skilled tradespeople, or suppliers.
- BS in an engineering discipline, preferably Civil, Construction, Mechanical, or Electrical.
- Highly collaborative mindset and strong communication skills
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