Preconstruction Manager

Job Title: 

Preconstruction Manager 

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Job Summary: 

Preconstruction Manager – Bureau Veritas, Power 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Perform EPC estimating for renewable energy projects (wind, solar, battery storage, transmission) 

• Perform quantity take-offs 

• Project CAPEX budget development and analysis 

• Participate in design, project evaluation, studies, value engineering, scheduling, and constructability reviews 

• Prepare RFP documents including instructions to bidders documents, bid form(s), scope(s) of work 

• Manage RFPs through life of process including issuing addendums and answering RFI(s) and performing the analysis as listed below:  

• Conduct scope gap and level analysis of each proposal 

• Participate and lead follow-up interviews with each bidder to identify scope gaps, overlaps, double-ups, unnecessary contingencies, and other risk factors within each bidder’s proposal 

• Perform value engineering review and present any viable opportunities  

• Recommend EPC contractor based on weighted criteria process 

• Support clients review EPC, TSA, and Supplier contract exhibits for completeness  

• Update contract exhibits as required for completeness and conformity to terms and stipulations within the overall agreement 

• Support clients through EPC/TSA/Supplier/ Project Acquisition Agreement negotiations acting as one of their subject matter experts on the construction and key commercial items throughout the negotiation process.  

• Support clients on project M&A through review of project documentation to perform red-flag reviews of the project development and constructability aspects. Including, but not limited to, performing due diligence site visits to potential M&A projects, and developing due diligence reports highlighting opportunities, risks, and overall constructability of potential M&A projects. 

• Conduct site visits as necessary to support RFP processes or Due Diligence visits 

• Provides support to Business Development team as necessary to maintain relationships with existing client base 

• Review project schedules for compliance with contract and RFP requirements. Including review of project details, work sequence, schedule logic, critical path review and provide comments and opinions on any issues or opportunities to improve project schedule  

• Support scheduling team in development and update of company schedule templates and reports  

• Support the BV project teams with design and estimates as needed 

• Communicates with owners, engineers, suppliers, and consultants to clarify scope of work, materials, and schedule requirements 

• Attend preconstruction meetings with engineers and clients and drive preconstruction progress as set forth by the preconstruction schedule 

• Keeps accurate meeting notes at all meetings 

Skills 

The requirements listed below are representative of acquired skills required. 

• Experience in the Renewable Energy Industry a must (wind, solar, battery storage, transmission) 

• Project Management or Construction Management experience is a must 

• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications 

• Attention to detail 

• Exceptional oral and written communication skills 

• Excellent computer skills, including MS-Excel, Word, MS-Project, Outlook, and Bluebeam Revu (or similar) 

• Excellent customer service skills 

• Ability to exercise sound independent judgment 

• Ability to prioritize multiple projects or tasks 

Education, Certifications, and Experience  

• College Degree 

• 5+ Years of relevant work experience 

Physical and Environmental Conditions 

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Physical Requirement 

• Must be able to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolds, stairs and work in confined spaces and in proximity to loud equipment. 

• Must be able to respond quickly to sounds. 

• Must be able to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces. 

• Must be able to see and respond to dangerous situations. 

• Must be able to wear personal protective gear most of the day. 

• Must be able to work in cold environments and on concrete floors. 

• Must be able to traverse irregular and steep terrain. 

Working Conditions 

• working indoors and outdoors 

• excessive heat 

• excessive cold 

• extreme weather conditions 

• excessive humidity 

• slippery and uneven walking surfaces 

• working around machinery with moving parts 

• working around moving objects or vehicles 

• working in close proximity to others 

Travel Requirements 

• Up to 50% travel may be required