Director of Preconstruction

Taylor Hopkinson; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Taylor Hopkinson is searching for a Director of Preconstruction in Austin, Texas, to lead projects in renewable energy. The candidate will optimize and de-risk projects while managing team resources and driving continuous improvements.

Ideal applicants should have over 10 years of experience in project management with proficiency in renewable technologies. Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 10-12+ years of experience in preconstruction, construction, or project management within infrastructure or renewable energy.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with renewable technologies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the regional preconstruction team to optimize and de-risk projects.
• Manage team resourcing and support projects advancing through offtake RFPs.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Business acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)

Job description

Taylor Hopkinson is seeking a Director of Preconstruction in Austin, Texas for a leading global energy company with a strong U.S. presence, focused on renewable power generation and energy solutions. It develops, owns, and operates utility‑scale wind, solar, and battery storage projects across the country. Has 10+ GW of operating renewable capacity and a large development pipeline.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the regional preconstruction team to optimize and de‑risk projects, ensuring they are shovel‑ready and effectively transitioned to execution
• Manage team resourcing, workload prioritization, and support projects advancing through offtake RFPs
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including playbooks, processes, and team training
• Coach and mentor team members to enhance technical, project management, and stakeholder engagement capabilities
• Provide clear, actionable recommendations to senior leadership on project and portfolio‑level decisions
• Support EPC strategy development and oversee contract negotiations, including direct involvement when needed
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with EPCs and EORs to optimize portfolio outcomes
• Lead cross‑functional alignment meetings to drive decision‑making and resolve portfolio‑wide challenges
• Oversee development of offtake RFP materials and ensure clarity around cost, schedule, and risk assumptions
• Review and approve FID‑level deliverables, including estimates, schedules, and risk assessments
• Lead value engineering efforts to improve cost, constructability, and project readiness
• Oversee BTA engineering, EPC selection, and contract negotiations
• Provide expert input across design, site optimization, estimating, and scheduling activities
• Manage portfolio‑level forecasting and support long‑term planning efforts
• Identify recurring issues and lead initiatives to improve processes and overall project value
• Serve as a key liaison to Development and internal stakeholders as a subject‑matter expert in preconstruction and renewable technologies

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (Master's preferred)
• 10‑12+ years of experience in preconstruction, construction, or project management within infrastructure or renewable energy
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Experience with renewable technologies (solar, BESS, wind) preferred
• Proven ability to manage complex projects, budgets, and cross‑functional teams
• Strong business acumen and problem‑solving capabilities
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
• Self‑starter with a collaborative mindset and ability to influence across diverse teams