Project Manager, Solar Preconstruction

Essential Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead the review of project estimates and Owner proposals to align scope, design assumptions, and final contract value
• Lead and mentor a high-performing a few direct reports, fostering professional growth, accountability, and a culture of operational excellence
• Cook up and manage Owner Provided Information (e.g., surveys, geotechnical reports, design criteria) necessary for design and permitting
• Procure and manage Owner Provided Information (e.g., surveys, geotechnical reports, design criteria) necessary for design and permitting
• Coordinate Owner contract review and negotiations in collaboration with Legal, Contracts, Risk, and Operations teams
• Manage due diligence activities and support engineering through geotechnical testing, utility coordination, site investigations, pile testing, and document reviews
• Cook up and manage Owner Provided Information (e.g., surveys, geotechnical reports, design criteria) necessary for design and permitting
• Coordinate closely with Engineering and Operations to develop baseline and target schedules; ensure schedule alignment with cash flow projections and material lead times
• Drive the development and execution of Early Works Agreements, including scope, insurance, scheduling, and cost coordination with vendors and consultants
• Manage the permitting process during preconstruction and ensure smooth handoff to the project execution team
• Maintain all preconstruction logs (Budget Tracking, Exhibit Tracking, RFI Logs) and document control systems for transparency and consistency
• Facilitate recurring Owner meetings during preconstruction to address updates, deliverables, and critical path items
• Provide weekly reports, both internal and external, on status, schedule, budget, and key issues
• Prepare cost summaries and budgets aligned with Owner bid forms and Moss internal templates
• 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)
• Interface with subcontractors and vendors to obtain pricing and maintain strong prequalification relationships
• Absorb and present bid summaries to leadership upon submission with clear financial and strategic highlights
• Act as the central point of contact between Moss and project stakeholders (Owner, A/E teams, internal functions) during preconstruction
• Support Engineering, Procurement, and Operations teams with project planning and execution strategy development
• Ensure clarity, alignment, and communication across all internal and external contributors
• Participate in project handoff meetings to ensure continuity from preconstruction into construction

Education And Work Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Civil or Electrical Engineering, business or related field
• Minimum 4 years of experience in utility-scale solar EPC preconstruction, project management, or estimating
• Strong estimating and scheduling knowledge with the ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications
• Proficiency in project management and estimating tools such as HCSS Heavy Bid, Accubid, MS Project, Primavera, AGTEK, BlueBeam, and InSite
• 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
• Prominent leadership skills in coaching and motivating project or estimating teams
• Strong financial and analytical capabilities with experience in cash flow analysis and margin optimization

Basic Industry Knowledge

• Obtains the capacity to swiftly focus on project specifics and then shift perspective to the broader strategy
• Knows how to have fun in a high performing, high pace work environment