HV Preconstruction Manager

Whether you’re a recent grad or a seasoned professional, you can experience meaningful career growth at Rosendin. Enjoy a true sense of ownership as you work with a proven industry leader on some of the most exciting and high-profile projects in the nation. We offer a wide range of job opportunities, competitive compensation, full benefits, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan and more. Why Rosendin? Committed. Innovative. Engaged. If you’re looking to take your career to the next level and work with some of the best and brightest in the industry, we want to hear from you. Since our founding over 100+ years ago, Rosendin has been driven to positively impact the communities where we live and work. We are an organization built on integrity, and we have a culture that empowers people, embraces diversity, and inspires everyone to do their best. As one of the largest EMPLOYEE-OWNED electrical contractors in the United States, you will have the unique benefit of being a shareholder at a company that is experiencing tremendous growth and success. When our people succeed and fuel our success, we reward them. We’d love to have you as a shareholder! The Pre-Construction Manager develops project execution plans, establishes engineering and procurement milestones, manages design deliverables, supports project controls, and ensures all project documentation, budgets, schedules, permits, and procurement activities are aligned prior to construction. This role supports utility‑scale solar, battery energy storage (BESS), substations, transmission, and other high‑voltage EPC projects. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES – HV SUBSTATION AND TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS Review project contracts and commercial requirements to identify project risks, obligations, deliverables, and key milestones. Coordinate across all engineering disciplines to ensure complete, accurate, and timely design deliverables. Be able to navigate the different company SME’s for completion of these design packages. Lead pre‑construction planning activities from project award through construction turnover. Develop long‑lead equipment plans and bills of material for major project equipment. Coordinate engineering scopes for solar, battery energy storage systems (BESS), substations, transmission lines, and related electrical infrastructure. Develop, maintain, and support the project execution schedule in coordination with project controls and construction. Evaluate engineering changes and owner‑directed changes for cost and schedule impacts. Prepare and manage engineering change directives and associated documentation. Coordinate project procurement activities and maintain buyout status reports. Conduct project startup and engineering kickoff meetings with internal teams and key stakeholders. Support development of schedule of values, billing structures, and project financial setup. Develop and maintain material submittal logs, procurement tracking logs, and engineering deliverable registers. Establish project roles, responsibilities, communication plans, and accountability for engineering team members. Coordinate acquisition of permits, utility approvals, environmental requirements, and agency reviews. Work closely with procurement to support vendor selection, technical evaluations, and equipment release schedules. Identify project execution risks and develop mitigation strategies before construction begins. Coordinate closely with project management, construction management, procurement, estimating, project controls, and engineering leadership. Monitor engineering progress against budget and schedule and provide regular status reporting. Support project turnover from pre‑construction into active construction with complete project documentation and execution plans. Promote a culture of safety, quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related technical discipline preferred with a minimum of 6-8 years experience in the construction of energy infrastructure projects. Equivalent combination of education and relevant utility‑scale EPC experience may be considered. Professional Engineer (PE), PMP, CCM, or other industry certifications are considered beneficial. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Strong understanding of utility‑scale solar, battery energy storage systems (BESS), substations, transmission, and high‑voltage electrical infrastructure. Knowledge of EPC project delivery methods and engineering workflows. Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, contracts, and technical documents. Understanding of project budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and financial reporting. Experience coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams. Strong scheduling knowledge using Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar scheduling software. Knowledge of procurement processes, long‑lead equipment management, and supplier coordination. Familiarity with engineering document control systems and project management software. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with clients, vendors, engineers, construction personnel, and executive leadership. Ability to identify project risks early and develop practical mitigation strategies. Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making abilities. Demonstrated leadership, collaboration, and team‑building skills. Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced EPC environment while managing competing priorities. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and standard project management software. Travel: Up to 20%. WORKING CONDITIONS: General work environment – sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending. Work is conducted primarily indoors with varying environmental conditions such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning. Noise level is usually low to medium; it can be loud on the jobsite. We fully comply with the ADA and applicable state law, including considering reasonable accommodation measures that may enable qualified disabled applicants and employees to perform essential functions. Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs. Rosendin is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, age (over 40), or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. YOU Matter – Our Benefits ESOP – Employee Stock Ownership 401 K Annual bonus program based upon performance, profitability, and achievement 17 PTO days per year plus 10 paid holidays Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance Disability Income Protection Insurance Pre‑tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care) Charitable Giving Match with our Rosendin Foundation Pay Range $129,600.00-$170,000.00 Annual The pay range for this role is what we expect to pay for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this job description. Candidate’s pay can vary based on location, job‑related experience, skills, and education. Rosendin is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, age (over 40), or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Established in 1919, Rosendin prides itself in building quality electrical and communications installations, and bringing value to our clients. We take great pride in building‑up the people within our company and the communities where we work and live. We foster a culture of diversity, inclusion, and shared ownership, as the largest employee‑owned company in our industry. Our customers lead some of the most complex construction projects in the nation and continually come to us for our expert knowledge, scalability, quality, and innovation. Most importantly, our customers turn to us for partnership – because they deserve a team as committed, connected and engaged as they are. Your success is our success. #J-18808-Ljbffr Rosendin Electric, Inc.