Electrical Preconstruction Project Engineer

SOLV Energy is seeking an Electrical Preconstruction Project Engineer for utility scale renewable energy projects. Responsibilities include coordinating electrical system design, procurement, and material take-offs. The role can be fully remote or hybrid, with potential in-office presence in San Diego, CA. Candidates should have project coordination experience, proficiency in relevant software, and strong communication skills. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation projects nationwide.Job Description Summary The Electrical Preconstruction Project Engineer is responsible for assisting with preconstruction coordination activities of electrical system design and procurement for utility scale renewable energy projects.This role can be fully remote or hybrid, with regular in-office presence in San Diego, CA. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.Job Description This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.Position Responsibilities and DutiesAssist the Procurement and Electrical Preconstruction Management teams with material take-offs to generate accurate Bill of Materials (BOM) and Request for Quotes (RFQ) for electrical components, ensuring project specifications and budgets are met.Review contract documents to identify any project requirements (SOLV requirements, owner/contract requirements, and permit requirements) that may have an impact on the project’s electrical design while tracking compliance with such requirements.Coordinate with the Procurement and Electrical Preconstruction Management teams to source and procure required materials in a timely manner while ensuring project materials are delivered to site in alignment with the project schedule.Work with Engineering and Procurement teams to understand design constraints and material lead-times to ensure long lead procurement items are released at their appropriate milestones to avoid schedule delays.Support the Electrical Preconstruction Team in tracking EPC exhibits.Assist with updating project trackers to reflect changes to project schedules.Assist with updating and maintaining Smartsheet trackers.Evaluate and understand basic construction means and methods.Distribute all documents to project partners and maintain document logs.Prepare, transmit, and track submittals.Prepare and maintain RFI, submittal, and procurement logs.Code Accounts Payable Workflows or verify correct codes as assigned.Minimum Skills or Experience RequirementsMinimum (1) Year of project coordination / project management experience preferred.Minimum (1) Year of electrical material take-off / estimating experience required.Proficient in Blue Beam and Microsoft Excel.Proficient in Smartsheet and Accu Bid preferred.Ability to read and understand civil/electrical/structural plans.Effective written and verbal communications skills and organizational skills.Detailed oriented and effective organizational skills.Strong work ethic and ability to work autonomously.High aptitude for problem solving and critical thinking.Strong sense of urgency.Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.SOLV Energy Is an Equal Opportunity EmployerAt SOLV Energy we celebrate the power of our differences. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces that improve our communities. SOLV Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind against an employee or applicant based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, or ethnicity, mental or physical disability, veteran status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law.BenefitsEmployees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance. Employees can enroll in our company’s 401(k) plan and are provided vacation, sick and holiday pay.Compensation Range$72,000.00 - $90,000.00Pay Rate TypeSalaryJob NumberJ13010#J-18808-Ljbffr