Sr. Manager, Preconstruction & Engineering

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Irving, TX, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Energy
The Role
Manage preconstruction and preliminary engineering for utility-scale solar, transmission, and energy storage projects through FEL 2 and FEL 3. Lead cost analysis, EPC estimates, procurement of long-lead equipment, site surveys, permitting, environmental approvals, engineering resources, contractor coordination, and project risk reduction. Develop scopes, RFPs, designs, schedules, and budgets, resolve constructability issues, and ensure projects are ready for construction handoff.
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Job Summary

Independently responsible for managing and overseeing all the pre-construction aspects of utility scale solar, high-voltage transmission lines (gen-tie and switchyard), and energy storage projects or other Vistra’s power development projects. Lead projects through FEL 2 and FEL 3 including completing cost analysis, budgetary estimates for EPC, as well as managing execution of preliminary engineering for projects. In collaboration with construction and commissioning team, leads development of scope of work and RFP, if necessary.

Job Description

Key Accountabilities

Directly or through others:

·Responsible for developing and execution FEL scope of work. Support construction team in development of project scope of work and exhibits in support of EPC procurement.
·Responsible for managing preconstruction services for projects starting in the early development phase through the start of construction
·Responsible for the critical issues analysis and systematically de-risking the project throughout the FEL process.
·Responsible for submitting Supply chain the main equipment supplies requirements – Leads procurement efforts for long lead materials
·Responsible for coordination of environmental site surveys, coordinating internal environmental reviews, and obtaining environmental agency approvals.
·Oversee review of the preliminary engineering designs for renewable projects
·Responsible for coordination of site surveys including geotechnical, topography, and ALTA surveys
·Manage internal and external engineering resources in the early development of renewable power plant designs
·Ensure engineering and preconstruction activities are in alignment with optimized energy production models. Responsible for developing project estimates (Class 5, 4 and 3-)
·Support internal teams for customer RFP responses and EPC RFP activities
·Facilitate and maintain effective working relationships with contractors and engineering firms during all phases of bidding, analysis and estimating processes.
·Support construction teams in resolving design and or constructability challenges
·Responsible for obtaining required pre-construction permits such as zoning, building, road use, etc.
·Responsible for ensuring preliminary design, costs, schedules, and other relevant information are completed as per the project objectives prior to handoff for construction activities.
Education, Experience, and Skill Requirements
7+ years of experience in project management in construction, engineering or directly related field
Experience with pre-construction engineering / project-development initiatives such as site-layout/optimization, transmission interconnection requirements, procurement/contracting, and pre-construction management specifically in the utility-scale renewables industry preferred
Ability to look critically at a problem set, identify unique solutions, and influence change.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills – to be applied across the organization and externally, including the ability to confidently and effectively explain engineering requirements, including to non-technical audiences.
High level of expertise with Microsoft Office Suite, with emphasis on Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Ability to work with and manage confidential information
BS in Electrical Engineering preferred
Experience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications is applicable to above skills
Key Metrics
Review and address the up-front construction and execution related issues early in the project life cycle so that projects are executed on time, and within budget
Collaborate and communicate with key stakeholders and other internal business functions within Vistra

Job Family

Corp Dev & Planning

Company

Vistra Corporate Services Company

Locations

Irving, Texas

Texas
We are a company of people committed to:  Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication.  If this describes you, then apply today!

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Skills Required

  • 7+ years of project management experience in construction, engineering, or a directly related field
  • Experience with pre-construction engineering or project-development initiatives, including site layout and optimization, transmission interconnection, procurement or contracting, and pre-construction management in utility-scale renewables
  • Ability to critically analyze problems, identify unique solutions, and influence change
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including explaining engineering requirements to non-technical audiences
  • High level of expertise with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Ability to work with and manage confidential information
  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
  • Experience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications applicable to the required skills
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The Company
HQ: Causeway Bay
1,186 Employees

What We Do

Vistra is a premier, integrated, Fortune 300 energy company based in Irving, Texas, providing essential resources for customers, commerce, and communities. Vistra combines an innovative, customer-centric approach to retail with safe, reliable, diverse, and efficient power generation. The company brings its products and services to market in 20 states and the District of Columbia, including six of the seven competitive power markets in the U.S. and markets in Canada and Japan, as well.

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