Project Manager, BESS Preconstruction Management

mosscm; United States; On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Moss is seeking a Project Manager, BESS to lead early-stage development and execution of utility-scale BESS EPC projects from preconstruction through proposal delivery.

You will coordinate internal stakeholders, manage RFP responses, scheduling, budgeting, permits, and contract execution while guiding junior staff and aligning with the Senior Manager on key milestones.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field; MBA or related graduate studies is a plus.
• BESS experience strongly preferred but not required.
• Field experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead coordination for RFPs, RFIs, RFQs; develop response strategies and align contributors.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Procurement, Estimating, and Operations to produce compliant proposal documents.
• Maintain library of proposal content, templates, and pricing assumptions.
• Interface with clients and proposal stakeholders to clarify deliverables and respond to questions.
• Develop and review baseline schedules, drawing logs, and general conditions estimates.
• Coordinate site due diligence activities (site assessments, geotechnical reports, utility locates).
• Maintain RFI Logs, Preconstruction Budget Logs, Exhibit Trackers, and Proposal Submittals.
• Facilitate Owner coordination meetings during preconstruction and escalate issues.

Skills

Project management

Proposal coordination

Stakeholder management

Schedule development

Team mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

MBA or related graduate studies a plus

Tools

MS Office

Smartsheet

Primavera P6

BlueBeam

InEight

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Moss is a national, privately held construction firm providing innovative solutions resulting in award-winning projects. With regional offices across the United States, Moss focuses on construction management, solar & BESS EPC, and design-build. The company's diverse portfolio encompasses a wide range of sectors, including luxury high-rise residential, landmark mixed-use developments, hospitality, K-12 and higher education, justice, solar energy and battery storage, and sports. Moss is ranked by Engineering News-Record as the nation's top solar contractor and one of the top 50 general contractors. Moss prides itself on a strong entrepreneurial culture that honors safety, quality, client engagement, and employee development. Its employees consistently rank Moss as one of the best places to work.

POSITION SCOPE AND ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT

The Project Manager, BESS, leads the early-stage development and execution of utility-scale BESS EPC projects on our Energy Preconstruction Management team. You will play a pivotal part in managing RFP responses, coordinating internal stakeholders, facilitating Owner communications, and supporting the Senior Manager in key preconstruction deliverables including scheduling, permitting, budgeting, and contract execution.

The Project Manager, BESS role is a leadership position but also intended to serve as a developmental step toward becoming a Senior Project Manager or Director, with increasing responsibility and ownership over time.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Proposal & Client Coordination:

• Lead as a central coordinator for RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs-analyzing requirements, developing response strategies, and aligning internal contributors.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Procurement, Estimating, and Operations teams to produce compliant, compelling, and timely proposal documents.
• Maintain and improve a library of reusable proposal content, templates, and pricing assumptions to enhance response efficiency and accuracy.
• Interface directly with clients and proposal stakeholders to clarify deliverables and respond to technical questions.

Project & Document Support:

• Lead the development and review of baseline schedules, drawing logs, general conditions estimates, and proposal exhibits.
• Lead the coordination of project due diligence activities (e.g., site assessments, geotechnical reports, utility locates).
• Maintain key documentation including RFI Logs, Preconstruction Budget Logs, Exhibit Trackers, and Proposal Submittals.
• Facilitate and document Owner coordination meetings during preconstruction, escalating issues as needed to the Project Manager.
• Review and distribute weekly internal and external reports summarizing progress, open items, and risks.
• Model exceptional customer relations and gather feedback during the preconstruction process.

Contract, Budget & Permitting Assistance:

• Lead the development and review of Limited Notices to Proceed (LNTPs), Early Works Agreements, and Owner contract exhibits.
• Spearhead preliminary cash flow analysis, tracking schedule implications, early deposits, and procurement lead times.
• Collaborate with the team to support permitting timelines, submittal requirements, and agency communications.
• Lead coordination with procurement and resource acquisition timelines aligned with project milestones.

Team Collaboration & Growth:

• Communicate regularly and effectively across disciplines to ensure clarity on preconstruction tasks, risks, and dependencies.
• Spearhead process improvements, tools, and coordination strategies to increase the effectiveness of the preconstruction team.
• Demonstrate ownership of tasks, proactive follow-up, and readiness to step into larger responsibilities over time.
• Manager 1-2 Preconstruction Assistant Project Managers and mentor 2-3 Project Engineers.
• As a Project Manager gains experience, they may take on broader responsibilities such as:
  • Providing input on BESS Business Unit strategic outlook
  • Leading Owner contract negotiations and strategy alignment
  • Managing cash flow and financial forecasting independently
  • Overseeing end-to-end proposal processes with minimal oversight
  • Driving site due diligence, engineering coordination, and permitting timelines across multiple projects
  • Leading internal teams and mentoring junior staff members

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• School: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, business, or related discipline; MBA or technical graduate studies is a plus.
• BESS experience strongly preferred but not required.
• Field experienced preferred but not required.
• Strong organizational and writing skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Smartsheet, Primavera P6, BlueBeam, or estimating software (e.g., InEight) is preferred.
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