Sr. Preconstruction Manager - Renewable Energy
Job Summary
The Senior Preconstruction Manager is responsible for leading all preconstruction activities for utility-scale, commercial, and industrial solar EPC projects from early-stage development through final contract execution. This role serves as the primary bridge between business development, engineering, estimating, procurement, operations, and clients to ensure projects are technically feasible, commercially competitive, and positioned for successful execution.
Responsibilities
Develop the project execution and construction strategies during the proposal and RFP phases.
Manage the smooth transition and kickoff from the development team to the on-site construction operations team.
Cook up with engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) teams to identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies prior to mobilization.
Meet with client management, staff and supervisory personnel to explain character, policies, skills, resources, and capabilities of the company.
Attend various social events and be a member of associations / non-profit organizations, representing the company and meeting new client contacts.
Cook up internal teams and third-party engineers to produce civil, structural, and electrical designs for PV and BESS systems.
Aid in the development of area marketing plans and goals, and in developing strategy for management client contacts regarding new work, estimating services, contract negotiation, and future work potential.
Evaluate risks and constructability hurdles, and implement value engineering to reduce the Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE).
Define scopes of work, manage vendor bid processes, and assist with long-lead equipment procurement.
Ability to train, manage and hold staff accountable to get results consistent with department plans
Ability to communicate and work well with others at all levels
Effectively prioritize and balance big picture and immediate responsibilities
Call on Architects, Engineers, and Subcontractors to stay informed of upcoming projects.
Notify management group of sales activities and approximate timing for company proposal and bid submittals.
Perform Pre-Construction Services, providing estimates, project schedules, constructability reviews.
Value Analysis Workshop, cost models, etc.
Prepare and tabulate unit quantity survey and price based on historic cost data and vendor cost quotations.
Evaluate risks and constructability hurdles, and implement value engineering to reduce the Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE).
Assist in the development of major proposals, presentations and brochure materials.
Review proposal specifications, drawings, attend meetings with A/E, owners to determine the scope of work and required contents of conceptual estimate.
Provide conceptual and final estimating and scheduling input on assigned projects.
Insure all working documents and data are maintained to back-up conceptual estimate figures
Provides total commitment to continuous process improvement.
Models and reinforces safety as a top priority of the organization.
Mets schedules and deadlines, adheres to policies and procedures and maintains a good attendance/tardiness record.
Ensures client satisfaction, both internally and externally, through efficient handling of issues.
Exercises good interpersonal skills by gladly assisting others to accomplish work of the organization, even if it is outside the scope of regular duties.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
Effectively trains, coaches, disciplines and develops employees to achieve and maintain positive working relationships within the department.
Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management Civil/Electrical/Architectural Engineering, or similar or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
10 years’ experience in commercial construction and experience in a variety of marketing and/or sales functions or an equivalent combination of education and experience.