Preconstruction Project Manager – EV Construction Management

Turner & Townsend•Austin, TX

3d•$130,000 - $160,000

About The Position

Turner & Townsend is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Preconstruction Project Manager to lead the planning and early execution phases of EV service center projects. These facilities support electric vehicle operations and include infrastructure for charging, maintenance, and operational support. This role is critical to ensuring sites are properly evaluated, permitted, and designed to meet aggressive timelines and evolving technical requirements. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in infrastructure development, electrical systems, and municipal coordination, with a proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and drive results in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
10+ years of experience in real estate or infrastructure project management, with a strong focus on preconstruction.
Proven track record managing large-scale, multi-site development programs in a fast-paced environment.
Strong estimating and budgeting skills, with experience building cost models and schedules from the ground up.
Deep understanding of EV charging technologies, including Level 2 and DC fast charging systems, load management, and utility interconnection.
Experience managing electrical infrastructure projects involving medium- and high-voltage systems, switchgear, and transformer installations.
Familiarity with NEC, NFPA, and local electrical codes for commercial and industrial facilities.
Strong understanding of permitting, entitlements, and contract negotiation.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including experience presenting to senior leadership.
Ability to think strategically and creatively to resolve site-specific challenges and regulatory constraints.
Experience developing scalable systems, standards, and tools for infrastructure delivery.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead site feasibility assessments, including zoning, access logistics, environmental constraints, and infrastructure readiness.
Oversee due diligence activities across multiple sites, managing consultants and internal teams to deliver comprehensive evaluations.
Develop and execute permitting and entitlement strategies, coordinating with local jurisdictions and regulatory agencies.
Manage design consultants and internal stakeholders to ensure site plans meet operational, technical, and safety standards.
Build and manage detailed project budgets and schedules; lead cost estimating and pricing reviews with contractors and vendors.
Define EV charging infrastructure requirements in collaboration with engineering and operations teams, including power demand and layout optimization.
Coordinate with utilities and design teams to scope electrical systems, including transformer sizing, switchgear layouts, and service upgrades.
Lead early engagement with EVSE vendors, electrical contractors, and utility providers to align on scope, timelines, and service requirements.
Review and validate electrical design packages for code compliance, utility standards, and long-term scalability.
Serve as the senior liaison between internal teams (engineering, operations, legal, finance) and external partners (developers, landlords, consultants).
Identify and mitigate risks early in the project lifecycle, providing strategic recommendations to leadership.
Deliver executive-level updates, business cases, and risk assessments to senior stakeholders.
Develop and refine design standards, permitting workflows, and delivery processes to improve efficiency and consistency across the portfolio.
Support integration of renewable energy, battery storage, and energy management systems into facility designs where applicable.
Oversee a growing pipeline of active and upcoming projects, ensuring alignment with business goals and speed-to-market objectives.
SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.