Preconstruction Engineer - Renewable Energy

Overview

Preconstruction Engineer supporting solar and storage design, estimation, and project coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• design review
• estimation
• site visits
• vendor relations
• procurement
• solar design

Tasks

-Support in the design review of electrical, civil, structural plans, specifications, calculations and studies. -Support in the estimation of projects by leading efforts to solicit proposals from subcontractors and vendors, as necessary. -Champion standardization by identifying and documenting “Best Practices” -Conduct site visits and inspections, as well as face-to-face meetings with clients and industry partners as necessary -Assist in pricing and bidding of renewable energy projects, performing quantity take-offs when necessary and conducting reviews of milestone documents for pricing of value alternative options -Participate in the internal estimate review process and assist with final assembly of estimate for presentation to the client. -Support in the collection and organization all bid information for future reference -Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors, vendors and internal clients, attending industry events and representing McCarthy in the community -Support in the review of testing, commissioning plan and QA/QC documentation -Communicate with engineers, suppliers and consultants to clarify scope of work, materials, and schedule requirements as required -Support in the development of subcontracts and purchase orders for major equipment. -Lead and provide support as appropriate with conceptual and detailed design of renewable systems, specifically solar and battery energy storage.

Requirements

• construction
• communication
• bachelor's
• estimating
• analytical

What You Bring

-General knowledge of construction principles and processes -Solid interpersonal and communication skills -Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or similar required -Demonstrate behaviors consistent with McCarthy core values while maintaining a "value added" approach to estimating. -Strong math and analytical skills with attention to detail

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About Mccarthy Building Companies, Inc.

-Evolved from a regional lumber business into one of America’s oldest privately held national builders. -Serves diverse sectors including energy, infrastructure, industrial, water, and marine with end-to-end construction services. -Known for tackling complex projects such as hospitals, labs, airports, and parking structures. -Features include blending traditional craftsmanship with modern design-phase innovation. -Balances large-scale capability with local expertise and deep community roots.

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