Pre-Construction Manager

Description

• Work with programmers, engineers, and management to identify process improvement opportunities.
• Work with Development and Engineering teams to complete project due diligence and de-risk projects at various stages of development.
• Develop and optimize estimating tools, including methodology to back-check and grade estimates against contracted projects.
• Work with Procurement and Construction teams to negotiate contracts and change orders with favorable terms and pricing.
• Review and normalize bids from EPC contractors, identifying opportunities and risks.
• Develop project EPC estimates to assist in the project pricing process.
• Prepare and present final analysis reports to stakeholders, enabling them to make business decisions based on various facts and trends.
• Analyze local, national, and global trends that impact both the organization and the industry.
• Prepare reports for various stakeholders which demonstrate tends, patterns, and predictions.
• Create construction schedules for internal use as well as review, analyze, and optimize third party EPC construction schedules.
• Review engineering plan sets, site studies, develop takeoffs, and develop tools to efficiently estimate project costs while minimizing user inputs.

Requirements

The Preconstruction Manager will work in tandem with the Development, Procurement, and Construction teams to de-risk price and schedule of projects in various stages of development. The Preconstruction Manager will report directly to the Director of Preconstruction and will: prepare estimates; review and vet EPC proposals; and create project level EPC schedules for utility scale solar and battery energy storage systems. The ideal candidate has experience in renewable energy and education in a related field. They have a solid track record of management and enjoy working on a dynamic and diverse team. They possess the technical skills required and have a background in engineering, construction, mathematics, or supply chain management. Strengths include data analysis, organization and meeting tight deadlines for various internal stakeholders. They desire the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues and thrive in an environment that requires flexibility and adaptation to constant change, shifting demands, and moving timelines.

• Utility scale solar and/or battery energy storge experience is preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Products (Word, PowerPoint, Teams, Project, Outlook, etc.)
• Experience with ArcGIS, Auto-CAD, PV-Case, Python, Bluebeam is preferred.
• 4-year degree from an accredited university in engineering, mathematics, construction management, similar discipline, or 4 years of solar/BESS professional experience in construction, project management, or procurement.
• 1-2 years of experience in preconstruction, estimating, scheduling, or construction management.
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritizes tasks effectively and work efficiently.
• Highly skilled with Microsoft Excel.
• Up to 25% travel.
• Track record of working well within a team environment, taking ownership of processes and procedures.
• Ability to create project level schedules in Microsoft Project and/or Primavera.

Benefits

We believe you should love what you do and love where you work, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits to support your personal and professional well-being.

• Professional Development Opportunities
• Competitive Compensation and Incentives
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Paid Parental and Caregiver Leave
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Flexible Work Environment
• 401(k) Plan with 6% Company match

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance