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JOB DESCRIPTION 

 

Job Title: 

Preconstruction Manager 

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x Employee (FT/PT)   ☐ Casual (PTAN)    ☐ Intern/Co-Op   ☐ Trainee 

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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 

 

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. 

 

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