Pre-Construction Project Manager

Are you ready to be part of a company that'snot just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation, the largest US-based global power company witha teamof 8,300employees across 12 countries.

AES has been
ranked #1 byBloombergNEF
in renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, providing electricity for
millions of people worldwide.

We are proud to foster a strong workplace culture, earning prominent positions in Great Place to Work rankings across the markets where weoperate. AES was also named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th consecutive year in 2026, highlighting our dedication to integrity, transparency, and responsible business practices.

Our spirit of innovation continues to earn industry recognition. AES is the only seven-time winner of the Edison Electric Institute's Edison Awards in the twenty-first century, a distinction honoring global leadership in advancing the electric power industry.

Ifyou'reready to be part of a company that'snot just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you.

We'renot just building a more sustainable future,we'repowering it.

Join a team shaping the future of clean energy. The Senior Preconstruction Project Manager leads preconstruction activities for utility-scale renewable energy projects from early-stage development through execution readiness and EPC agreement completion. This highly visible role partners across Development, Development Engineering, Estimating, Procurement, Construction, Finance, and external EPC contractors to establish executable scope, cost, schedule, procurement, and risk strategies.

As a trusted project leader, you will help drive investment-quality decisions, strengthen cross-functional alignment, and ensure a seamless transition from development into construction execution. This position offers the opportunity to influence large-scale renewable energy projects, collaborate with experienced industry professionals, and contribute to the growth of a more sustainable future.

We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences who are passionate about renewable energy, problem-solving, and delivering successful project outcomes.

• Lead preconstruction engagement for assigned projects and establish alignment on scope, schedule, deliverables, risks, and execution strategy.
• Assess project maturity across permitting, entitlements, site control, interconnection, design, procurement, logistics, and constructability to support informed decision-making.
• Proactively identify project risks and opportunities, develop mitigation strategies with cross-functional partners, and communicate impacts and recommendations clearly and effectively.
• Provide consistent project tracking and executive-ready reporting on milestones, priorities, workload, and key dependencies.
• Support M&A due diligence, opportunity assessments, and red-flag memoranda for potential projects and acquisitions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying lessons learned and best practices that enhance project performance and scalability.

• Review design information for constructability, operational considerations, and readiness before estimating and procurement activities.
• Partner with Development Engineering and interconnection stakeholders to understand high-voltage scope, utility requirements, and related schedule impacts.
• Collaborate with Estimating to validate capital cost assumptions, reconcile EPC pricing with internal estimates, and identify opportunities to improve cost accuracy and project value.
• Develop and maintain integrated development and construction schedules that incorporate design, utility, permitting, equipment delivery, logistics, and targeted commercial operation date milestones.
• Apply a strong understanding of project sequencing to anticipate constraints, evaluate alternatives, and recommend practical solutions that support project success.

• Develop and execute EPC engagement and solicitation strategies in partnership with the Execution Strategy, Construction, Engineering, and Procurement teams.
• Prepare and issue EPC RFP packages through Procore, manage bidder communications and RFIs, and drive complete and compliant responses.
• Analyze EPC proposals, facilitate cross-functional bid…