Pre-Construction Manager

About Our Company

J.F. Electric is an electrical contractor that's in the business of creating connections - providing engineering expertise, backed up by construction and installation know-how in a diverse range of service offerings - from utilities and commercial projects to industrial and telecommunications customers. Our smart solutions deliver value from pre-planning to long after the project is complete.

Job Description

As the Pre-Construction Manager, you will play a critical role in supporting the development, engineering, and project management teams by conducting preliminary technical due diligence and assessing risks and requirements that impact the successful delivery of the project pipeline. You will collaborate closely with internal departments, external consultants, Suppliers, and EPC contractors to ensure solar projects are fully prepared to break ground on schedule and within budget. This position demands strong organizational skills, keen attention to detail, and the ability to work seamlessly across multiple departments.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in managing the pre-construction process for solar JFE projects, from early stage technical due diligence through to construction readiness
• Coordinate with internal teams (Underwriting, Project Development, Legal, Engineering, Procurement and Project Management) and external consultants to ensure all pre-construction deliverables are met
• Conduct site due diligence, including preliminary site visits and analysis of environmental assessments, geotechnical studies, and topographical surveys
• Track and review permitting requirements, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations with the development department
• Prepare and review a project plan that includes schedules, budgets, scopes of work, risk matrix and engineering specifications
• Liaise and build relationships with new and existing contractors and vendors to obtain pricing, equipment lead times and services
• Assist in managing the request for proposal (RFP) process, ensuring bid accuracy, competitive pricing and contractor selection
• Assist in the development of construction budgets, timelines, and risk assessments
• Proactively maintain project documentation, databases, and status reports to ensure clear communication between all stakeholders
• Ensure all pre-construction milestones are achieved on schedule, working proactively to mitigate delays
• Manage deliverables and critical action items among internal and external parties effectively and efficiently
• Develop and lead the handoff of projects from the preconstruction to project execution team

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of experience in solar energy development, pre-construction, or project management (internships considered)
• Experience with solar and/or energy storage projects
• Familiarity with project management software (e.g., Procore, Microsoft Project)
• Proven ability to identify critical risks throughout a project's lifecycle and successfully apply problem solving strategies to mitigate risk
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Knowledge of permitting processes and compliance requirements in the renewable energy sector
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and scopes of work
• Experience with solar project engineering processes and industry best practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, with experience in project management tools
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders
• Candidate must be highly detailed oriented, process and results driven, and a self-starter
• PMP preferred
• NABCEP certification preferred
• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field

Company Benefits

• health insurance (medical, dental, short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance are provided)
• 100% 401k match (up to 5% of salary)
• Paid holiday & vacation time
• Educational assistance
• Various discount programs

At J.F. Electric, Inc. we are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. We believe that having a diverse workforce exposes us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, address challenges, and to deliver exceptional service.

J.F. Electric IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is the policy of J.F. Electric and all affiliate entities that all applicants for employment shall be given fair and equal consideration, regardless of race, religion, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or national origin, except that minimum age limits imposed by law are observed. If selected for employment, a prospective employee must provide satisfactory references and successfully complete all contingent requirements of any offer letter and meet applicable pre-employment requirements.