Preconstruction Engineer - Renewable Energy

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.•Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is America's premier, 100% employee-owned commercial construction company. With offices nationwide, we specialize in a wide range of project types that are as diverse and wide-ranging as the communities in which we build. Our innovative teams collaborate with clients and industry partners throughout the project life cycle, starting in the earliest stages of design, throughout construction and beyond project completion. McCarthy's reputation for tackling the toughest building challenges starts with our focus on developing high-performing individuals and teams. We do this through our award-winning training programs, a best-in-class Total Rewards benefits program, and a focus on equipping diverse teams of employee owners through a connected and inclusive culture aligned with our values of: Genuine. We, Not I. All In. McCarthy Building Co. is seeking a Preconstruction Engineer for our Solar EPC group based in Phoenix, AZ. This is a chance to join a fast-growing EPC group taking the lead on utility scale renewable energy projects. We are seeking individuals with previous solar design experience or with a recent degree in a related field.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or similar required
General knowledge of construction principles and processes
Strong math and analytical skills with attention to detail
Solid interpersonal and communication skills
Demonstrate behaviors consistent with McCarthy core values while maintaining a "value added" approach to estimating.

Responsibilities

Lead and provide support as appropriate with conceptual and detailed design of renewable systems, specifically solar and battery energy storage.
Support in the design review of electrical, civil, structural plans, specifications, calculations and studies.
Support in the review of testing, commissioning plan and QA/QC documentation
Conduct site visits and inspections, as well as face-to-face meetings with clients and industry partners as necessary
Assist in pricing and bidding of renewable energy projects, performing quantity take-offs when necessary and conducting reviews of milestone documents for pricing of value alternative options
Communicate with engineers, suppliers and consultants to clarify scope of work, materials, and schedule requirements as required
Participate in the internal estimate review process and assist with final assembly of estimate for presentation to the client.
Support in the collection and organization all bid information for future reference
Support in the development of subcontracts and purchase orders for major equipment.
Support in the estimation of projects by leading efforts to solicit proposals from subcontractors and vendors, as necessary.
Champion standardization by identifying and documenting "Best Practices"
Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors, vendors and internal clients, attending industry events and representing McCarthy in the community