Preconstruction Project Manager

Posting Title: Preconstruction Project Manager-Renewable Energy Division  Reports To: Preconstruction ManagerLocation: REMOTESalary Range: $120,000-125,000 Final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education and experience. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. 

 

WHO WE AREFor nearly 70 years, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people who’ve built a reputation for delivering high-profile, complex projects. Real, tangible things that alter the landscape and improve lives. But even more than that, we’ve built a reputation for integrity. We’re problem solvers and innovation seekers. We’re team players and safety fanatics. And we always—always—do the right thing. Even when no one is looking. Because what we do here is important, but how we do it is everything. THE ENERGY TEAM Our Energy Group at CEI builds projects from the field to the grid. Whether it’s a solar, battery storage, substation, EV charging, microgrid or converter station project, our skilled project managers, engineers and field employees deliver when it matters most. We work with customers on programs of all sizes—those spanning several smaller sites or spanning several thousand acres.  Besides building some of the nation’s largest utility-scale solar plants and installing more EV charging stations in California than any other contractor, we are dedicated to running a business that is environmentally responsible. ABOUT THE ROLEThe Pre-Construction Project Manager will manage the startup phase of major projects. They will assist with maintaining CEI standardization among remote, new project teams on PV and BESS projects. Travel: to jobsites as requiredSupport project team at a program level with the following 

• Document & process control to standardize CEI jobsites
• Guide & manage mobilization including IT coordination, file server setup, job site office setup, local vendor identification & selection
• Work closely with Project Executive, Procurement, & Pre-Con team for long drive material procurement.
• Manage outside engineering subcontractors & supervise both reoccurring internal & external (client facing) engineering meetings.
• Manage AHJ permitting as required & coordinate permit comment responses.
• Review and manage compliance requirements throughout the design & mobilization phase
• Aggregate divisional material and service requirements if possible
• Coordination/Support of newly hired project team member

 Assist with Budgeting and Scheduling

• Coordination with AHJ’s, Client, consultants and project team during the proposal development, negotiation and pre-mobilization phase
• Research/develop and qualify vendors, consultants and subcontractors to support estimating and project teams
• Sequence and prioritize activities per project schedule and manage subcontractor and vendor deliverable dates to meet schedule requirements
• Evaluate subcontractor & vendor quotes and compare to budget documents and conformance with project documents.

 Knowledge: A seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of area of specialization; resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways. This job is the fully qualified, career-oriented, journey-level position. Job Complexity: Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Networks with senior internal and external personnel in own area of expertise.    Supervision: Normally receives little instruction on day-to-day work, general instructions on new assignments. ABOUT YOU

• Experience with quote analysis and major buyout.
• Knowledge of contract interpretation & requirements.
• Excellent oral and written skills required.
• Software: Microsoft Suite, Understanding of Primavera P6 schedules, Blue Beam

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSAny combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying. Education: Bachelor’s degree or industry experie