Manager, Preconstruction

Scout Clean Energy•Boulder, CO

19d•$130,000 - $150,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Scout’s Manager of Preconstruction leads the engineering, procurement, and construction planning scope for assigned utility-scale wind, solar, and energy storage projects, from early development through notice to proceed. The role works with Scout’s multidisciplinary teams and external technical consultants to develop project plans and technical work products, while managing multiple workstreams to schedule and budget. Success requires technical knowledge of utility-scale renewable energy facilities, clear communication with audiences of varying technical proficiency, and collaborative work across functional teams. The position contributes to project design, procurement, construction planning, and transition to construction. It also supports development activities and may take on additional work based on the employee’s skills and interests, such as developing business cases and protocols, improving and documenting processes, or integrating commercial software and developing internal tools. The preferred location is within commuting distance of Scout’s Boulder, Colorado office, working a hybrid 3/2 schedule; remote work with monthly office travel may be considered. The role requires up to 25% travel to project sites in the United States, including field work. The position was expected to close by January 15, 2027.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a relevant technical field.
At least 5 years of experience as an engineer or project manager focused on engineering, procurement, or construction aspects of planning and executing utility-scale wind or solar projects.
Solid knowledge and understanding of key value drivers for wind or solar power projects.
Experience preparing preconstruction cost estimates based on industry knowledge.
Demonstrated ability to review and revise civil and electrical plans and specifications.
Experience developing contract exhibits for balance-of-plant contracts.
Strong verbal and written communication, organizational, project management, problem-solving, and team-building skills.
Ability to solve problems and make informed decisions quickly.
Proficiency with computers and strong working knowledge of MS Excel, SharePoint, Google Earth, ArcGIS or GlobalMapper, Bluebeam Revu, and MS Project or similar scheduling software.
Experience working with cross-functional internal and external technical advisors and stakeholders.
Ability to work effectively in a flat organization and leverage colleagues’ expertise across different reporting lines.
Ability to multitask, arbitrate between conflicting priorities, set clear targets, and follow through in a fast-paced, changing work environment.
Valid current driver’s license and ability to travel and perform field work.
Authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Battery energy storage system (BESS) experience.
Ability with civil or electrical design software.
Located within commuting distance of the Boulder, Colorado office or willing to relocate; remote work with monthly office travel may be considered for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

Work with Scout’s multidisciplinary team at the outset of each project to define constraints and prioritize success metrics.
Communicate clearly and frequently, representing Scout professionally with project partners and stakeholders.
Coordinate with Development, Interconnection, Site Assessment, Procurement, Construction, and Operations teams to optimize project design, including site selection, major equipment, balance-of-plant layout, and interconnection options.
Scope engineering and design work with third-party engineering consultants; manage execution against budget and schedule; review technical drawings and specifications; and seek Scout team approval.
Lead value-engineering exercises to improve project financial performance.
Evaluate and stay current on major equipment suppliers’ offerings.
Draft requests for proposals and conduct competitive selections for general contractors, subcontractors, and major equipment suppliers.
Develop technical exhibits and provide technical input for balance-of-plant and EPC contracts; assist with contract negotiations.
Develop construction strategies, identifying resource needs, risks, and mitigation approaches.
Review project documentation and conduct technical due diligence on project acquisition opportunities.
Travel to remote project locations to conduct site inspections, constructability reviews, and micro-siting evaluations.
Perform risk assessment analyses and create risk/opportunity matrices.
Provide balance-of-plant cost estimates to support Finance and Origination.
Create Level 1 and Level 2 EPC schedules and align stakeholders on critical-path activities.
Support Development efforts, including permitting and landowner meetings.
Apply technical expertise to support effective project transitions into construction.
As assigned, build business cases or protocols, improve and document processes, and integrate commercially available software or develop internal software tools.