Preconstruction Manager at 101 Bloom Energy — San Jose, CA

We are looking for a Preconstruction Manager to join our team in one of today’s most exciting technologies. This role will report to the Sr. Construction Contracts Manager.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and execute checklists for verifying and documenting contractor compliance with contracts, company policies, and applicable regulations.
• Conduct assessments to identify and qualify contractors that provide construction and construction related services based on quality, cost, and reliability.
• Collect performance data and present metrics to support strategic decisions to grow, divest, or maintain contractors for long-term partnership and potential cost savings.
• Catalogue compliance and metrics and monitor over time to assess potential for improvement in our base contract
• Support bid process to draft and distribute Request for Proposals (RFPs) to potential contractors, outlining the specifications and requirements for products and services needed
• Support bid process to perform detailed scope, schedule, and cost analyses of contractor bids to identify optimal procurement options aligned with business schedule targets, budget constraints and quality standards.
• Support bid process for negotiations with contractors to secure best price and contract terms
• Perform procurement activities in compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
• Coordinate cross-functional feedback and to ensure the purchased services meet all technical, business, commercial, and legal requirements.
• Support the ordering process from RFP creation to contract negotiation and execution. Requires ability to understand project goals and prioritize activities to achieve project goals.
• Support change management process.
• Support contract closeout processes.
• Support contract administration and escalation resolution to ensure contractors meet both short-term needs and long-term strategic goals.
• Supports internal processes to setup new vendors, issue purchase orders, expedite payments, and manage changes.
• Support continuous improvement efforts through root cause analysis of pain points, proposing solutions, and implementing process improvements.

Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or other related field
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant work experience in procurement and construction
• Knowledge of all aspects of construction: Including planning, equipment, methods, cost control methods, and safety requirements
• Knowledge of all aspects of construction services procurement
• Must possess a highly motivated personality, effective communication skills, and a strong ability to work in a high-performing team environment with a customer service focus
• Well-developed and professional interpersonal skills; ability to interact effectively with people at all levels of the organization, as well as outside customers, utility and governmental personnel
• Must possess a framework understanding of construction contracts.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Proficiency in Procore, Salesforce, and Oracle
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project scheduling software
• Involvement in cost-reduction initiatives including data analysis and recommended actions

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Salary Ranges:

$134,500.00 - $193,500.00