Preconstruction Manager Battery Energy Storage (BESS)

Preconstruction Manager Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
Minneapolis MN Direct Hire $130000$165000 Hybrid

Konik is partnering with a well-respected locally based construction firm to hire a Preconstruction Manager. This role is focused on overseeing preconstruction and design phase activities for large-scale energy storage projects including solar wind and utility-scale battery systems. The position is ideal for an experienced professional with a strong electrical and mechanical systems background who can provide technical leadership manage design teams and interface with clients and contractors while ensuring project feasibility and constructability.

Preconstruction Manager Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction and design phase activities across multiple Battery Energy Storage (BESS) projects including technical oversight of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Collaborate with project executives clients and engineering teams to ensure design meets project scope budget and schedule goals.
• Oversee technical proposal development cost estimates and design validation for preconstruction deliverables.
• Manage and mentor preconstruction/design phase team members coordinating work across multiple disciplines.
• Conduct constructability reviews risk assessments and provide strategic guidance for project execution.
• Support early procurement and subcontractor selection integrating design inputs into project planning.
• Facilitate collaboration between design teams field teams and business development for seamless project handoff.

Preconstruction Manager Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering or related field; advanced degree a plus.
• 8 years of experience in electrical mechanical or energy systems engineering within construction or preconstruction.
• Demonstrated experience with battery energy storage systems (BESS) power delivery or utility-scale construction projects.
• Strong technical expertise in electrical and mechanical design estimating and constructability.
• Proficiency in project management and design software (e.g. AutoCAD Revit Bluebeam).
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to lead and mentor a high-performing team.
• Comfortable with 2025% travel to project and client sites.
  

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with performance-based incentives.
• Bonus opportunities and profit sharing available.
• Health dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support.
• Flexible hybrid work environment.

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