Project Manager, Solar Preconstruction

Overview

Manage early-stage solar EPC projects, overseeing preconstruction, estimating, and handoff.

Key Responsibilities

• cost budgeting
• document control
• vendor management
• value engineering
• permitting process
• estimating management

Tasks

-Ensure clarity, alignment, and communication across all internal and external contributors -Prepare cost summaries and budgets aligned with Owner bid forms and Moss internal templates -Drive the development and execution of Early Works Agreements, including scope, insurance, scheduling, and cost coordination with vendors and consultants -Maintain all preconstruction logs (Budget Tracking, Exhibit Tracking, RFI Logs) and document control systems for transparency and consistency -Act as the central point of contact between Moss and project stakeholders (Owner, A/E teams, internal functions) during preconstruction -Interface with subcontractors and vendors to obtain pricing and maintain strong prequalification relationships -Support Engineering, Procurement, and Operations teams with project planning and execution strategy development -Lead the review of project estimates and Owner proposals to align scope, design assumptions, and final contract value -Manage due diligence activities and support engineering through geotechnical testing, utility coordination, site investigations, pile testing, and document reviews -Track design progression estimates and conducts value-engineering analyses as needed -Coordinate with internal estimators and operations counterparts to ensure workflow alignment through milestone checkpoints (e.g., mid-bid reviews) -Coordinate closely with Engineering and Operations to develop baseline and target schedules; ensure schedule alignment with cash flow projections and material lead times -Participate in project handoff meetings to ensure continuity from preconstruction into construction -Lead and mentor a high-performing a few direct reports, fostering professional growth, accountability, and a culture of operational excellence -Provide weekly reports, both internal and external, on status, schedule, budget, and key issues -Manage challenges that can only be solved with input from multiple cross-functional teams -Coordinate Owner contract review and negotiations in collaboration with Legal, Contracts, Risk, and Operations teams -Facilitate recurring Owner meetings during preconstruction to address updates, deliverables, and critical path items -Procure and manage Owner Provided Information (e.g., surveys, geotechnical reports, design criteria) necessary for design and permitting -Lead the permitting process during preconstruction and ensure smooth handoff to the project execution team -Assist in risk assessment, scope development, and pricing strategies to optimize competitiveness and margin -Manage the estimating process through design phases, including conceptual, schematic, and final contract pricing

Requirements

• bachelors
• hcss
• ms project
• primavera
• estimating
• 4+ years

What You Bring

-Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Civil or Electrical Engineering, business or related field -Knows how to have fun in a high performing, high pace work environment -Proficiency in project management and estimating tools such as HCSS Heavy Bid, Accubid, MS Project, Primavera, AGTEK, BlueBeam, and InSite -Strong estimating and scheduling knowledge with the ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications -Minimum 4 years of experience in utility-scale solar EPC preconstruction, project management, or estimating -Relocation to South Florida is preferred to best lead teams and coordinate with cross-functional teams -Advanced computer skills, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and project management systems -Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead meetings, influence outcomes, and build effective relationships -Basic industry knowledge on technical aspects, such as design, performance modeling, and construction, of utility scale solar power plants -Proven leadership skills in coaching and motivating project or estimating teams -Obtains the capacity to swiftly focus on project specifics and then shift perspective to the broader strategy -Strong financial and analytical capabilities with experience in cash flow analysis and margin optimization

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Benefits

-Present bid summaries to leadership upon submission with clear financial and strategic highlights

About Moss & Associates (Construction)

-The company has built a diverse portfolio, delivering projects across residential, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure sectors. -The company stands out for its ability to manage complex, large-scale projects, including high-profile government and private sector contracts. -Specializing in heavy civil work, the company has helped transform urban landscapes, constructing roads, bridges, and critical infrastructure. -Embracing a forward-thinking approach, the company integrates cutting-edge construction technologies to improve efficiency and quality. -The company has gained a reputation for its strong leadership, project management excellence, and unwavering commitment to timely project completion.

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