Preconstruction Project Manager- Solar

The Preconstruction Project Manager’s prime responsibility is to lead assigned projects from mid-stage development to construction readiness and handover to the Delivery Project Manager.

• Produce and update detailed CAPEX estimates throughout the development phase of a project to support commercial viability assessments, power purchase agreement bid proposals, asset purchase agreements, and other new business development activities.
• Initiate, advance, and review design and engineering work in coordination with the project engineers and the rest of the project team. Review completed design sets with regards to constructability, cost efficiency, compliance, and equipment selection.
• Maintain project-specific database in all aspects, including schedule, cost, risk, and equipment selections to inform corporate cashflow and lending plans.
• Guide EPC contractor selection, outreach, bidding, and contracting. Lead labor and material Request for Proposal (RFP) processes. Support quoting requests with One Energy Procurement team as well as external third parties as necessary. Negotiate vendor and EPC contracts.
• Prepare commercial high-stake and top-dollar investment decisions in co-operation with the project team. Advance team inputs, manage and prepare for approval requests, and present in front of the management team.
• Assist or lead project portfolio forecasts in support of strategic bulk equipment purchases. Assist or lead efforts to obtain management team approval of purchase decisions.
• Inform and provide continuing updates to mid and long-term project delivery forecasts. Provide additional information as needed to support corporate cash-flow planning.
• Function as team-lead for external due diligence efforts by lenders, engineering consultants, banks, and clients. Co-ordinate timely and accurate responses and present diligence progress and details during coordination meetings.
• Conduct desktop and field-based constructability reviews to evaluate project feasibility and readiness for construction.
• Build or improve Preconstruction systems and processes, including:
  Improvement and maintenance of CAPEX estimating tools Maintenance of database containing general cost assumptions, labor cost dependent on market, equipment cost, preferred contractor and contractor pricing, etc. Equipment, vendor, and market research and insight. Mine data from existing projects and processing to maintain database of labor, equipment, and EPC cost.

• BS Degree in a related Engineering discipline from an ABET accredited university, preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in solar project development, engineering, and/or construction.
• Deep understanding of all aspects of solar development process, design implementation and construction cycles.
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft program suite, including MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint.
• Strong acumen for business development and commercial negotiations.
• Proven track record of successfully leading multi-disciplinary project teams.
• Experience in technical equipment review.
• FAA Drone License preferred.
• Keen analytic, organization, and problem-solving
• Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and values opportunities to support local communities through company-sponsored Volunteer Time Off and community engagement programs.
• Must have a “roll up your sleeves and let’s get the job done right” type attitude.
• Demonstrated qualities of integrity, credibility, and professional responsibility.
• A willingness to contribute to our culture which thrives on building trust and holding one-another accountable.
• Base Compensation: $90,000-$120,000 annually, negotiable based on professional experience
• One Energy’s compensation packages are dependent on an array of factors including, but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, geographic location, and other organizational needs. We provide generous Paid Time Off (six weeks/year) and an impactful Volunteer Time Off Program. We also offer robust employee benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, 401(k) matching retirement plan, life insurance, wellness incentives, and more.