Assistant Project Manager-BESS

COMPANY OVERVIEWMoss 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 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 IMPACTThe Assistant Preconstruction Manager, BESS supports the early-stage development and execution of utility-scale BESS EPC projects. This role plays a key part in managing RFP responses, coordinating internal stakeholders, facilitating Owner communications, and supporting the Project Manager in key preconstruction deliverables including scheduling, permitting, budgeting, and contract execution.The Assistant Preconstruction Manager role is intended to serve as a developmental step toward becoming a Project Manager, with increasing responsibility and ownership over time.ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESProposal & Client CoordinationAct as a central coordinator for RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs—analyzing requirements, developing response strategies, and aligning internal contributorsCollaborate with Engineering, Procurement, Estimating, and Operations teams to produce compliant, compelling, and timely proposal documentsMaintain and improve a library of reusable proposal content, templates, and pricing assumptions to support efficiency and accuracy in responsesInterface directly with clients and proposal stakeholders to clarify deliverables and respond to technical questionsProject & Document SupportParticipate in the development and review of baseline schedules, drawing logs, general conditions estimates, and proposal exhibitsSupport 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 SubmittalsFacilitate and document Owner coordination meetings during preconstruction, escalating issues as needed to the Project ManagerPrepare and distribute weekly internal and external reports summarizing progress, open items, and risksModel exceptional customer relations and gather feedback during the preconstruction process.Contract, Budget & Permitting AssistanceAssist the Project Manager in the development and review of Limited Notices to Proceed (LNTPs), Early Works Agreements, and Owner contract exhibitsPerform preliminary cash flow analysis, tracking schedule implications, early deposits, and procurement lead timesCollaborate with the team to support permitting timelines, submittal requirements, and agency communicationsHelp coordinate procurement and resource acquisition timelines aligned with project milestonesTeam Collaboration & GrowthCommunicate regularly and effectively across disciplines to ensure clarity on preconstruction tasks, risks, and dependenciesProvide input on process improvements, tools, and coordination strategies to increase the effectiveness of the preconstruction teamDemonstrate ownership of tasks, proactive follow-up, and readiness to step into larger responsibilities over timeManager and mentor 1-2 preconstruction Project EngineersAs an Assistant Project Manager gains experience, they may take on broader responsibilities such as:Leading Owner contract negotiations and strategy alignmentManaging cash flow and financial forecasting independentlyOverseeing end-to-end proposal processes with minimal oversightDriving site due diligence, engineering coordination, and permitting timelines across multiple projectsLeading internal teams and mentoring junior staff membersEDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCEBachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, business, or related discipline; MBA or technical graduate studies is a plus3+ years of experience in the utility-scale solar EPC industry or related preconstruction/project support rolesBESS experience preferred, but not requiredField experienced preferred, but not requiredStrong organizational and writing skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environmentProficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Smartsheet, Primavera P6, BlueBeam, or estimating software (e.g., HCSS Heavy Bid) is preferredExcellent interpersonal and communication skills to support cross-functional coordination and external client interactionAttention to detail, critical thinking, and ability to follow through on project milestonesObtains the capacity to swiftly focus on project specifics and then shift perspective to the broader strategyManage challenges that can only be solved with input from multiple cross-functional teams. Basic industry knowledge on technical aspects, such as design, performance modeling, and construction, of utility scale BESS plantsWillingness to relocate to South Florida is preferred for effective team collaboration and career development.Ability to travel up to 20%JOB TITLE: ASSISTANT PRECONSTRUCTION MANAGER, BESS PRECONSTRUCTIONJOB LOCATION: FORT LAUDERDALE, FLCLASSIFICATION: FULL TIME – EXEMPT – SALARIEDREPORTS TO: DIRECTOR OF PRECONSTRUCTION MANAGMENTMoss is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.Moss is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.SummaryLocation: FORT LAUDERDALE, FLType: Full time