Sr. Preconstruction Manager - Renewable Energy

Flintco Career•Austin, TX

8h•Hybrid

About The Position

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. All duties and responsibilities include the following, however, other duties may be as assigned. To perform in this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Ability to represent to all persons the Flintco Ethos that encourages the highest level of performance, integrity and morale.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret complex documents including plans and specifications, proposals, quotes, and qualifications.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Defines problems, collects data, establishes facts and draws valid conclusions.
Adds, subtracts, multiplies and divides whole numbers, fractions and decimals.
Ability to write and interpret technical documents such as management plans, proposals and complex estimates.
Organizes and manages time, duties and activities effectively.
Knowledge of utility-scale solar construction scopes and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
Proficiency in scheduling platforms (Primavera P6), estimating systems, and document control tools like Procore.
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.

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.
Coordinate 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.
Coordinate internal teams and third-party engineers to produce civil, structural, and electrical designs for PV and BESS systems.
Assist 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 prioritizes and balances 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.
Estimate direct overhead, permits, bonds, taxes, etc.
Assist in the preparation of studies, materials and methods, recommendations, and relative cost estimates as required.
Solicit subcontractor and vendor quotations, evaluate their scope and appraise any deficiencies (i.e. exclusions, incomplete scopes, etc.) as compared with like quotations and estimate requirements.
Confer with subcontractors/suppliers as to their evaluation of vague and/or conflicting issues.
Verbally and formally request and document by confirming facsimile and/or email and/or letter all needed clarifications.
Cultivate relationships with Owners, Architects, Engineering Firms, Consultants, and Subcontractors.
Attend owners’ meetings, assisting clients and designers in systems selections, budgeting, cost containment, etc.
Provide advice, liaison, planning to prospective and current clients.
Coordinate Value Analysis workshops on appropriate projects.
Assist in 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.
Review and assist in preparation and culmination of project estimates and bids.
Provides total commitment to continuous process improvement.
Models and reinforces safety as a top priority of the organization.
Meets 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.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.