Electrical Preconstruction Manager

Company DescriptionWork with Us. Change the World.At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.Job DescriptionAECOM Hunt has an exciting opportunity for a Electrical Preconstruction Manager to join our team of professionals in Dallas, TX. The Electrical Preconstruction Manager will assist in early-project planning to define scope, schedule, cost, risk, and constructability for complex, large-venue and institutional projects (sports arenas, campuses, hospitals, and airports) with specific focus on electrical systems. This role partners with estimating, design teams, owners, utility providers, and trade partners to produce accurate electrical budgets, phased schedules, procurement strategies, value-engineering recommendations, and detailed electrical constructability and coordination plans that enable successful project delivery.Job Duties:Participate in electrical preconstruction planning for multiple large projects through bid/award and into early mobilization.Develop initial and phased master schedules (critical path, milestone, look-ahead) integrating design milestones, procurement lead times, long-lead items, site logistics, and commissioning.Produce and validate conceptual and detailed cost plans in coordination with estimators; identify cost drivers and opportunities for value engineering.Assess constructability and develop mitigation plans for site constraints, phasing, MEP coordination and specialized systems typical to sports, healthcare, aviation, and education.Create procurement strategies for long-lead and electrical specialty packages; coordinate prequalification and scope definition for specialty trades.Produce logistics and sequencing plans addressing site access, laydown, MEP routing, phasing around occupied facilities, shutdowns, and temporary facilities.Prepare and present preconstruction reports, owner briefings, and recommendation memos to senior leadership and owners.Support value-engineering recommendations, and detailed electrical constructability and coordination plans that enable successful project delivery.About Construction Management – AECOM HuntFounded in 1944 in Indianapolis, Indiana, AECOM Hunt has been building for over 70 years. AECOM Hunt’s storied history has encompassed many notable projects in the automotive industry; iconic sports stadiums; a broad portfolio in transportation; and many repeat clients in the hospitality industry. From iconic stadiums and arenas, next-gen transportation hubs and sustainable healthcare and academic buildings, AECOM Hunt’s expertise, leadership and dedication are unparalleled.QualificationsMinimum Requirements:BS Engineering/Construction Management and 6 years of relevant construction experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.Preferred Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).6 years of preconstruction, planning, or project engineering experience on large commercial/institutional projects with significant electrical scope; experience in sports, healthcare, aviation, or higher-education projects strongly preferred.Demonstrated ability to develop CPM schedules (Primavera P6, Microsoft Project) and electrical cost models.Strong understanding of electrical systems: medium/high-voltage distribution, switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS, ATS, MCCs, lighting systems, emergency/standby power, low-voltage systems (BAS, fire alarm, security, AV), grounding/earthing, and arc-flash considerations.Proven experience managing long-lead electrical procurement and specialty trade scope definition; familiarity with utility coordination and service upgrade processes.Experience with electrical one-line diagrams, load calculations, fault current/coordination studies, and commissioning/acceptance testing.Excellent written and verbal communication; able to present electrical strategies to owners and executive leadership.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; proficient in risk identification and mitigation for electrical systems.Proficiency with MS Office; experience with BIM coordination tools (Revit, Navisworks) and electrical modeling/estimating software is highly desirable.Additional InformationThis position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization now or in the future.Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.This position is not hybrid nor remote.At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.About AECOMAECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. What makes AECOM a great place to workYou will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. SummaryType: Full-timeFunction: EngineeringExperience level: AssociateIndustry: Construction