Utility Project Manager / Due Diligence - EV Construction (West Coast)

Turner & Townsend•San Francisco, CA

2d•$160,000 - $170,000

About The Position

Turner & Townsend is seeking a Utility Project Manager / Due Diligence professional to serve as a critical lead within its West Coast PreConstruction Team. The role oversees comprehensive technical and legal vetting of potential real estate assets, systematically identifying site constraints, regulatory hurdles, and infrastructure requirements for properties targeted for lease and tenant build-out. The successful candidate will bring experience working with West Coast utility companies and help ensure a seamless, financially transparent, and de-risked transition from site selection to construction commencement. The position evaluates physical site conditions and feasibility, including structural integrity, MEP system capacities, and utility infrastructure. It reviews zoning, land use, building codes, permits, environmental assessments, surveys, and title commitments. The role also supports lease work-letter negotiation, reviews tenant improvement allowances, and manages third-party consultants and the quality of their deliverables. SOX control responsibilities may apply. The role requires West Coast location and work hours. It involves both field and office settings, with occasional travel as needed; on-site presence and requirements may change depending on client needs. The stated salary range is $160,000–$170,000, with potential eligibility for bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package.

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

Lead comprehensive technical and legal due diligence for potential real estate assets targeted for lease and tenant build-out.
Evaluate structural integrity, MEP system capacities, and site-specific utility infrastructure.
Prepare concise feasibility reports for stakeholders, identifying potential cost drivers and schedule impacts.
Assess whether existing site conditions align with client prototype or use-case requirements.
Review municipal zoning ordinances, land-use restrictions, and building codes to confirm operational viability.
Identify required discretionary approvals and develop critical-path permit procurement timelines.
Oversee procurement and critical review of ALTA surveys, Title Commitments, and Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments.
Collaborate with Real Estate and Transaction Management to define enforceable and accurate 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 regional or national third-party environmental, geotechnical, civil, and structural consultants.
Audit consultant deliverables for compliance with internal standards for depth and accuracy.
Adhere to applicable SOX control responsibilities.