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Sr. Powertrain R&D Infrastructure Project Manager

Newark, CA
Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility
At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility.
 
We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design – where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience.
 
Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we’re providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to oversee the end-to-end development, from Scoping & Planning, Acquisition, Design, Construction, to integration & acceptance, of specialized capital R&D infrastructure projects. This role is critical to the successful execution of capital projects supporting advanced research, development, and testing of EV powertrain technologies. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record managing full capex projects life cycle from start to finish.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Project Acquisition and Planning:
    • Collaborate w/Corp Facilities to support the acquisition process for new EV automotive R&D facilities, including site selection, feasibility studies, and due diligence
    • Collaborate w/Corp Facilities to support the permitting process, ensuring compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, including environmental assessments, zoning laws, and specialized industrial permitting
    • Develop detailed project scopes, budgets, and timelines, ensuring alignment with strategic business goals and the technical requirements of EV automotive research
    • Collaborate with internal R&D teams, engineers, and product developers to define the specific requirements for the facility for EV component testing (cleanliness/filtration, pressure, humidity, exhaust, other utilities, etc.)
    • Collaborate with supply chain for project sourcing and ensure best vendors, general contractors and A&E firms are selected for the project
  2. Design Management:
    • Collaborate with internal R&D teams and engineers to support the design process for high-tech, specialized EV powertrain facilities (e.g., dynamometer labs, powertrain labs, environmental simulation chambers)
    • Collaborate with architects, engineers, and consultants to ensure designs meet the specific needs of EV automotive research, with a focus on powertrain and battery development
    • Ensure that facility designs comply with the latest safety standards, industry regulations, and sustainability initiatives
    • Conduct facility design reviews with key R&D stakeholders to ensure the facility infrastructure supports both current and future research needs in EV development
  3. Construction Oversight:
    • Collaborate w/Corp Facilities to support the construction management process, overseeing all activities related to the construction of EV powertrain R&D facilities, ensuring that specialized infrastructure is installed accurately
    • Ensure contractors and subcontractors maintain project schedules, budgets, and quality standards
    • Verify all Subcontractor and Vendor quotes for accuracy, competitiveness, and re-quote, if required
    • Ensure the construction of climate-controlled environments and high-voltage safety systems is done to precise technical specifications
  4. End to End Project Management:
    • Serve as the primary liaison between internal teams  (e.g., automotive engineers, product developers, R&D teams, procurement, finance and Supply chain) and external consultants, contractors, and regulatory bodies
    • Provide regular project updates, presentations, and reports to senior management, highlighting progress, milestones, and any project risks or deviations for the entire cycle of the project implementation
    • Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to ensure the facility design and construction meet the needs of different business owners of the projects and utilized according to Facility plans
    • Collaborate with Purchasing to prepare and issue purchase orders, oversee storage for material purchases, specify delivery locations, and manage long lead time items
  5. Risk Management and Compliance:
    • Identify and manage project risks related to budget, schedule, and regulatory compliance
    • Ensure the project adheres to all permitting and zoning requirements
  6. Budget and Cost Control:
    • Develop and manage detailed budgets for capital projects related to EV R&D facilities, ensuring that all financial targets are met without compromising on the functionality or quality of the infrastructure
    • Provide regular financial updates to leadership, managing cost forecasts, and tracking project expenditures
    • Work closely with procurement teams to manage contracts, negotiate with suppliers, and ensure cost-effective delivery of specialized equipment and materials
  7. Post-Construction and Commissioning:
    • Ensure all systems are fully operational and meet stringent safety, performance, and compliance standards before handing over the facility to the operational team
    • Manage the transition of the facility from construction to operational use

Qualifications:

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred
  • Experience: 10+ years of experience managing large-scale, high-tech construction projects, with a focus on R&D facilities in the automotive sector, particularly EV or related advanced manufacturing facilities
  • Skills:
    • Expertise in managing EV automotive R&D projects, including knowledge of specialized testing environments, battery labs, and prototyping workshops
    • In-depth understanding of the permitting and regulatory requirements specific to high-tech R&D facilities, particularly in the automotive and EV space
    • Proven ability to manage capital projects from acquisition through design, construction, and commissioning, with a focus on supporting advanced EV technologies
    • Strong knowledge of laboratory infrastructure for battery testing, powertrain development, and high-voltage safety standards
    • Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with a proven ability to manage cross-functional teams and collaborate with senior stakeholders
    • Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera) and financial management tools

 

Certifications:

  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, or Certified Construction Manager (CCM) preferred

Key Competencies:

  • Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities tailored to the challenges of high-tech R&D environments in the EV automotive sector
  • Understanding of powertrain systems, and EV infrastructure requirements – Good to have and not a must
  • Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage multiple high-profile projects simultaneously
  • Advanced risk management skills, particularly related to the complexities of the EV (Good to Have and not a Must) automotive industry and emerging technologies
Salary Range: The compensation range for this position is specific to the locations listed below and is the range Lucid reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; and other relevant business and organizational factors.
 
Additional Compensation and Benefits: Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs.  (Cash or equity incentive awards, if any, will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and company performance.)

Base Pay Range (Annual)

$153,100 - $224,510 USD

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