Preconstruction Manager

About the role

Bloom Energy is pioneering solutions that empower critical industries to thrive in a rapidly digitizing, energy-intensive world. Our solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) and solid oxide electrolyzer (SOEC) technologies deliver energy abundance for all, with over 30,000 fuel cell modules deployed worldwide. We are seeking a Preconstruction Manager to join our team in San Jose, CA. This fully on-site role reports to the Sr. Manager Construction Services and operates in-office 5 days a week.

Responsibilities

• Handle buyout of project subcontracted activities from first budget estimate through formalization of contracts.
• Assemble presentation-worthy estimate packages that clearly communicate project costs.
• Understand unit costs and factors affecting construction costs.
• Prepare detailed instructions to bidders, trade-specific clarifications, and comprehensive bid packages.
• Manage the bidding process: create RFP packages, solicit bids, communicate with bidders, evaluate proposals, and level bids.
• Perform detailed scope, schedule, and cost analyses of contractor bids to identify optimal procurement options aligned with business targets, budget constraints, and quality standards.
• Coordinate cross-functional feedback to ensure purchased services meet all technical, business, commercial, and legal requirements.
• Prepare and present cost/budget information to internal teams.
• Participate in request for proposal (RFP) responses and formal project presentations.
• Lead and facilitate value engineering sessions with the project and design teams.
• Collect performance data and present metrics to support strategic decisions regarding contractor partnerships.
• Support internal processes for setting up new vendors, issuing purchase orders, expediting payments, and managing changes.
• Drive continuous improvement through root cause analysis of pain points, proposing solutions, and implementing process improvements.
• Source and contract new subcontractors and third-party vendors as required for project scope.
• Source and contract third-party services including load banks, generators, transformers, craning, rigging, and inspections.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or five (5) years of relevant work experience.
• Highly motivated with effective communication skills and a strong ability to work in a high-performing team environment.
• Customer service focus with knowledge of all aspects of construction, including planning, equipment, methods, cost control, safety requirements, and procurement.
• Well-developed and professional interpersonal skills; ability to interact effectively at all organizational levels and with external customers and vendors.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with large employer contributions.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match.
• Mental health support services.
• Legal services.
• Virtual physical therapy access.
• Fertility and family-forming benefits.

Pay

Salary range: $114,800.00 - $165,200.00, based on relevant skills and experience.