Sal Pira
Lake Worth,FL
Summary
Focused Project executive adept at planning, directing and maintaining continuous operations in various departments. Experienced in directing construction team and keeping efficient production in accordance with quality standards. Applying creative and analytical approach to operations for continuous process improvement. Skilled in mentorship, collaboration and team efficiency.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Construction Performance Manager - NA
Tesla
10.2024 - Current
- Oversaw all capex spend for the charging team of TESLA. Approved all PO request for new sites, change orders and material procurement costs.
- Lead forecast efforts for out material build plans for Gigafactory NY, and wire stock and forecast for Tesla warehouse.
- Managed Safety plan and policy for our Contractors, self - perform teams to ensure compliance with OSHA, state, local and Tesla standards.
- Bridged the gap between the four vertical's that make up Tesla charging (Operations, Design, Site Acquisition and Construction), to better align on site location, design in that location and best location for overall success of the site through leased terms.
- Oversaw new product innovation, pilot and testing, integration and execution of new Tesla product and new vendor solutions.
- Managed new key markets such as Semi charging.
- Managed key relationships with vendors, utility companies, A&E firms, manufactures to better execute projects quickly and efficiently throughout NAM.
Staff Construction Manager
Tesla
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Lead Construction efforts as NAM top performer both years in 2024 and 2025 with most amount of sites open to the public (54 in 2024 and 45 in 2025).
- Lead Construction Manager for the TESLA Diner in LA, Oversaw building construction along with site work, electrical, vertical construction, flat work, underground, finish work, commissioning and opening to the public. Approx budget - 65m.
- Mentored junior staff, providing guidance in project management and construction best practices to execute projects in various stages of construction life cycle.
HQ Inside Deployment Manager
Tesla
12.2023 - Current
- As HQ Inside Deployment Manager, I am responsible for the deployment life cycle of the Tesla Supercharger AC Charging infrastructure in SW region. I coordinated and conduct feasibility studies, utility design, structural and electrical design, site layout, permitting, easements, construction, commissioning, and closeout of each project for over 150 projects simultaneously in the South West region.
- Analyze and developed 165 plan sets for accuracy, code compliance, ADA requirements and constructability and over saw the process through signed and sealed.
- Coordinated communication efforts between all stakeholders during complex deployments, ensuring clear expectations were set and met at every stage of the process from utilities, contractors, AHJ's and landlords.
- Conducted regular reviews of deployment processes and tools to identify areas for optimization or enhancement, driving continuous improvement initiatives across the team.
Project Manager
Miller Electric Company
10.2022 - 12.2023
- Oversaw projects for Tesla, Inc by executing multi facets of trades including civil, electrical, landscape, boring, asphalt.
- Generated weekly and monthly status reports for helpful progress tracking Project total Value: 5m.
- Oversaw Ev Division projects for multiple customers, managed 3-5m of work at one given time through out Miller Electric footprint,
- Managed Complex projects for local branch team such as Port of Miami Expansion project (12m), Bus charging depot for Broward County (2m), and 40year electrical upgrades for City of North Lauderdale and Palm Beach county.
Project Manager
Power Design Inc
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored financial health of projects.
- Oversaw high profile projects for by planning, designing, and scheduling phases.
- Project total Revenue $49m.
- Provided accurate, detailed quantity take-offs from project drawings and technical specifications.
- Made decisions independently and collaboratively on design and procurement-related challenges.
Senior Project Manager
Rack Electric
05.2018 - 05.2022
- Recorded all project costs and expenses and aligned with project budget.
- Supported and executed simultaneous delivery of various E- Mobility, Infrastructure and Construction projects.
- Oversaw projects for Tesla, Inc by planning, designing, Supercharging infrastructure and scheduling.
- Developed and led multi-disciplinary team to execute construction management and played a pivotal role in developing new down stream team members.
- Maintained tactical control of project budgets and timelines to keep teams on task and achieve schedule targets.
- Oversaw large portfolio of projects to support teams, report progress and influence positive outcomes for key stakeholders.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Project Management
Palm Beach State College
Boca Raton, FL05.2022
Skills
- Construction management
- Blueprints and schematics
- Project estimation and bidding
- Commercial construction
- Budget administration
- Managing Multiple Projects
- Purchasing and Procurement
- Materials Take-Offs
- Bid Reviewing
- Subcontractor Relations
- Process Development and Implementation
Certification
- PMP - Project Management Professional - Credential ID: 3257974
- CSM - Certified Scum Master
- OSHA 30
Timeline
Construction Performance Manager - NA
Tesla
10.2024 - Current
Staff Construction Manager
Tesla
05.2024 - 10.2024
HQ Inside Deployment Manager
Tesla
12.2023 - Current
Project Manager
Miller Electric Company
10.2022 - 12.2023
Project Manager
Power Design Inc
06.2022 - 10.2022
Senior Project Manager
Rack Electric
05.2018 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Project Management
Palm Beach State College