Preconstruction Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION

Pre Construction Manager

JOB OBJECTIVE:

Responsible for managing projects during pre-construction phase, and prior to NTP. This will include reconciling the estimates, managing and developing schedules, managing permitting and engineering. The construction project manager’s responsibilities span a broad spectrum, covering all the areas of project management like - Project Planning, Cost Estimating, and Contract Set up. In addition, the job offers the following areas of responsibility: civil design development and oversight, civil closeout assistance.

STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS:

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves, or other employees.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform a key role in project planning, budgeting, and identification of resources needed.
• Manage the project from early development to a construction state.
• Provide and generate schedules for projects in preparation for construction.
• Provide Civil Estimating support.
• Identify long lead time items, and variables to delivery success.
• Manage periodic calls with clients in advance of construction.
• Assist with updating the final estimate following development.
• Coordinate the efforts of all parties involved in the project prior to construction.
• Utilize Procore to help set up and manage projects.
• Attend public meetings to help facilitate the approval of projects.
• Work with the permitting coordinator to ensure timely permitting is achieved.
• Ensure tasks are managed timely to minimize delays in the schedule.
• Assist with closing out civil permits as needed.
• Assist with civil estimating as requested.
• Oversee and managed civil design and approvals.

RELATIONSHIPS AND ROLES:

Internal / External Cooperation

• Participate and lead a Project Kickoff Meeting to chart out the project objectives and plans, setting performance requirements and selecting project participants.
• Work directly with subcontractors to collect quotes and execute subcontractor contracts.
• Attending regular training sessions and meetings at corporate headquarters.
• Demonstrate ability to interact and cooperate with all company employees.
• Collaborate with the sales/ estimating team as needed.

JOB SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in construction projects.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Thorough understanding of Civil Design.
• Project Management experience.

QUALITATIVE AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED:

• Ability to learn Solar PV and its unique details.
• Client Management ability.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Effective time management and logical decision-making ability.
• Capacity to handle pressure.
• Willingness to travel as needed to review plans.
• Ability to use Procore or learn to use Procore.
• Attnetion to detail.
• Strong Communication skills.
• Capability to use Microsoft suite including Excel and MS Project.

EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Degree/ Expertise in construction management/ engineering.
• OSHA Training (30 hour)
• NABCEP Training (Optional)

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

NOTE:

A review of this description has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and requirements are essential job functions. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person