Preconstruction Manager II

Overview
The Project Manager - Execution Planning is responsible for all preconstruction, planning, risk management, delivery activities and coordination of project transition from estimating to project operational team. The Project Manager shall facilitate a streamlined and seamless hand off between these two construction management phases; including the coordination of setup and management of subcontracts, suppliers, vendors, engineers, client contract negotiation. This role may also be responsible for supervising and mentoring direct reports.
Location: This position can be located at any of our office locations: Phoenix, AZ; Clinton, IN; Indianapolis, IN; Centennial, CO; Irving, TX; or Fargo, ND. Based on the experience and skillset of the individual identified, we are open to a remote-based role with ability to travel to our office and field site locations to support events or department activities.
Company Overview
MasTec Renewables, comprised of Wanzek Construction, IEA Constructors, and White Construction, combines over 20 years of experience in renewable energy construction. Depending on your position and project, you may work for one or more of our companies over your career with us. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #17 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #20 Transportation Contractor).
We embrace diverse perspectives among our employees and across all levels of our business, including our suppliers, community partners, and clients. We have built a multidimensional workforce that brings valuable differences in perspectives, work ethics, and approaches to our organization. By collaborating across departments, we foster innovation and encourage everyone—from interns to executives—to share their ideas and make an impact. Our goal is to create a respectful work environment where all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to become innovative leaders in our industry.
The MasTec Renewables market sector is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure business segment. MasTec’s Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) segment generates over $4 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across industrial, renewables and infrastructure sectors. Our renewables sector focuses on solar, wind and battery storage. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.
MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments.
Responsibilities
Essential Job Functions:

Coordinate, manage, and supervise the work of all assigned projects, Project Operations management team members, and support staff during the preconstruction activities up to the official hand off from preconstruction to operations in accordance with the preconstruction and risk management processes and procedures

Supervise and mentor assigned direct reports, as well as oversight of the projects assigned to them to ensure deliverables are met

Give clear direction and targets to ensure all project staff during the preconstruction phase will have the ability to achieve their goals and targets

Establish and maintain relationships with existing and new clients – internal and external

Act as a subject matter expert for other team members and colleagues within the Renewables sector

Provide regular reporting to the Preconstruction leadership and other Executive team members as required

Maintain knowledge of relevant industry precedents and procedures

Manage coordination of preconstruction activities with the Legal department, Commercial department, Estimating department, and other support departments as required

Work with the Estimating team on projects they are focusing on in order to gain early knowledge of the project to help in project planning and provide input on the initial project plan that gets bid to ensure all aspects of the plan get included in the estimate

Partner with Procurement to obtain updated quotes for scope areas where materials or subcontractors are required

Coordinate with the Engineering team on the initial engineering or required subcontracting or procurement under limited notices to proceed, purchase orders or as otherwise authorized by clients

Establish buyout by leveraging positive ‘gaps’ between estimation and NTP from the owner

Coordination with potential Project Operations team on approval of subcontractors and suppliers

Assist the Procurement team with subcontract and supplier negotiations and serve as a contract/subject matter expert as required

Coordinate with Estimating to obtain the required adjustments to the final project estimate during the contract negotiation phase

Coordinate with Project Operations management team, Commercial Services, and Preconstruction leadership on Contract Exhibit creation, negotiation, and tracking

Assist the Commercial Services team in negotiation and tracking of the BOP/EPC/CSA Terms and Conditions (T&C’s), as necessary/applicable

Manage and fulfill any pre-contract or limited notice to proceed reporting or compliance requirements with clients, government authorities, etc., until handed over to the project operations team

Prepare and submit monthly reports and invoices to clients for authorized works, if needed

Develop and maintain preconstruction documents until handed over to the project operations team; including the Preconstruction Checklist, Risk Register and Lessons Learned Register

Facilitate Project Operations team completion of the full project execution plan

Identification, investigation, mitigation preparation and cost impact analysis of scope items differing from normal conditions

Identify areas of potential profit increase and preparations as to how best to take advantage of them

Work with the Project Operations team to ensure project kickoff approval during the Phase Gate Review process

Travel for project preplanning coordination as necessary

Track ongoing implementation and closure of Phase Gate Review actions items

Manage the implementation during operations of the Pre-Activity Review, Risk Management and Lessons Learned processes

Report project financials during Monthly Cost-to-Complete meetings if Project Operations team is not yet assigned

Initiate communication, together with the Permitting department, with local municipalities related to requirements, permitting, restrictions and construction coordination

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications
Education and Work Experience Requirements:

Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Law, Business or related field

5-7 years relevant experience with 2 years of Project Management experience required

Experience in Preconstruction required

Renewables industry construction and contract negotiations experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

Take reasonable care of your own and others’ health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working toward the Zero Injury principles

Strong knowledge of the construction industry, processes, and project management

Ability to lead a team successfully

Ability to understand, use and interpret project schedules and planning tools

Ability to read and understand construction designs and documents

Ability to understand and interpret a variety of legal documents, including agreements and contracts

Ability to handle confidential material with discretion

Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and logical thinking skills required

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing with excellent negotiation skills required

Write reports, business correspondence and document project activities

Effectively present information and respond to questions from senior management, project managers, superintendents, clients, customers, and the general public

Proven ability to create and maintain strong working relationships with both internal and external clients

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required

Strong knowledge of ProCore and document control software

Ability to travel up to 50%

Working Environment:

When visiting jobsites, the work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions and use of personal protective equipment.

This work environment may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises.

Physical Demands:
MasTec, Inc. is an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. What's in it for you:
Financial Wellbeing

Compensation $120,000 - $155,000 / year, commensurate with experience

Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase

401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children

Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount

Discounted National Gym Membership Network

Family & Lifestyle

Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave

Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation

Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment

Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage

Emergency Travel Assistance Program

Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact . Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.
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