Project Manager/Senior Project Manager, Preconstruction

NextGenEnergyJobs; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 15 days + accrual

401(k) match

Wellness stipend

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

NextGenEnergyJobs is seeking a Project Manager/Senior Project Manager, Preconstruction. The role focuses on early lifecycle support, constructability reviews, and EPC procurement for large utility-scale energy projects.

Remote work from Houston with significant travel across the US. Ideal candidates will have 3–8 years in renewable energy or industrial construction, strong CPM scheduling skills, and experience with EPC contracts, RFPs, and supplier coordination.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of construction management and large project execution.

Responsibilities

• Review upfront construction issues with Development and perform constructability assessments.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Project Manager/Senior Project Manager, Preconstruction

The energy industry is entering one of the most significant periods of growth and transformation in its history.

Key Responsibilities

• Works closely with Development to help review and address upfront construction and execution-related issues earlier in the project lifecycle, including constructability assessments, site visits, permitting, collaboration with JHA’s, and general collaboration and support of the early to mid-stage projects
• Leads development of detailed baseline Project schedules which incorporate the appropriate durations necessary for each of the respective teams to perform and complete their work including contingencies
• Provides input and review of pipeline project schedules for investment approval projects
• Support the completion of preliminary engineering specifications for construction and supply contracts
• Contribute to the development of detailed project management and construction strategy including implementation plans, budgets, and schedules
• Manage the EPC RFP process including the scoping, identification, evaluation, selection, and final approval
• Lead EPC contract execution including early-stage engineering and design in conjunction with legal, contract management, and execution
• Participate in the identification and selection of suppliers
• Coordinate with Cost Estimating & Controls to develop and maintain project budgeting and cash spend forecasts
• Manage the integration and alignment of all project stakeholders – host weekly project status meetings
• Develop effective relationships with contractors and suppliers to support the execution strategy
• Embrace and live by the mission and values of Cypress Creek Renewables
• Additional duties as required

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management; or equivalent years of experience in construction, project planning and execution of large utility-scale, power plant projects
• 3-8 years in the renewable energy sector or industrial construction or capital project management
• Advanced knowledge of construction management and constructing methods for large projects, contract management, procurement, and supply chain management, environmental and building permitting, and transportation logistics
• Demonstrated experience in building and maintaining critical path method schedules
• Extensive experience with EPC and BOP construction contracting; including RFP process, bid review, and negotiation of contract terms; renewable energy contracting experience is highly preferred
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software, including MS Project
• Basic knowledge of construction labor relations throughout the US
• Works well under pressure and on a deadline, enjoys working with a variety of people
• Location: This position is fully remote in Houston, Texas, with an expected 30%-50%+ travel time to projects located across the US.
• 15 days of Paid Time Off, accrual up to 20 days, 11 observed holidays.
• 401(k) Match
• Wellness stipend, family planning stipend, and generous parental leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Swag