Utility Project Manager / Due Diligence - EV Construction (West Coast)
About The Position
The Utility Project Manager / Due Diligence serves as a lead within the West Coast PreConstruction Team, overseeing technical and legal vetting of potential real estate assets. The role systematically identifies site constraints, regulatory hurdles, and infrastructure requirements for assets targeted for lease and tenant build-out. It works to ensure the transition from site selection to construction commencement is seamless, financially transparent, and de-risked. The role evaluates site conditions and feasibility, including structural integrity, MEP capacities, and utility infrastructure; prepares stakeholder-facing Go/No-Go reports; and assesses compatibility between existing conditions and client requirements. It also navigates zoning, land-use restrictions, building codes, permit strategies, and environmental and legal reviews. In collaboration with Real Estate and Transaction Management, it develops technical Lease Work Letter terms and reviews tenant improvement allowance requests. The position manages regional or national third-party consultants and audits their deliverables. SOX control responsibilities may apply.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field.
- Must be located on the West Coast and able to work West Coast hours.
- Prior experience working with West Coast utility companies.
- 3–5 years of experience with nationwide utility new service applications from submission through completion.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and project management tools such as Procore.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing project needs.
- Comfort working in both field and office settings, with occasional travel as needed.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage documentation across multiple projects.
- Knowledge of EV systems, charging infrastructure, or fleet operations.
Nice To Haves
- Energy modeling experience.
- Experience with utility GIS databases.
- Exposure to EV infrastructure or service center construction.
- Experience with dashboard tools such as Power BI or Smartsheet.
Responsibilities
- Oversee technical and legal due diligence for potential real estate assets.
- Evaluate site conditions, including structural integrity, MEP system capacities, and site-specific utility infrastructure.
- Synthesize technical information into Go/No-Go feasibility reports that identify potential cost and schedule impacts.
- Assess compatibility between existing site conditions and the client’s prototype or intended use.
- Review municipal zoning ordinances, land-use restrictions, and local building codes to assess operational viability.
- Identify required discretionary approvals and establish critical path timelines for permitting.
- Oversee procurement and review of ALTA surveys, Title Commitments, and Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments.
- Collaborate with Real Estate and Transaction Management on technical provisions defining Landlord’s Work and Tenant’s Work in Lease Work Letters.
- Review Tenant Improvement allowance requests against verified site conditions to help prevent capital expenditure overages.
- Manage third-party Environmental, Geotechnical, Civil, and Structural consultants.
- Audit consultant deliverables for depth, accuracy, and compliance with internal standards.
- Adhere to applicable SOX control responsibilities.
Benefits
- Employees may be eligible for bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package.
- Flexible working environment that supports work-life balance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
