Project Manager, Preconstruction
Cypress Creek RenewablesHouston, Texas
Full Time
Posted January 20, 2026
Solar Energy
Remote
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Job Description
The Project Manager of Pre-Construction at Cypress Creek Renewables oversees early-stage project development, including design reviews, scheduling, budgeting, and contractor coordination, to ensure utility-scale solar and storage projects are executed on time and within budget.
Key Responsibilities
- Support construction due diligence through constructability reviews, risk analyses, and project schedule development
- Review and address upfront construction and execution issues early in the project lifecycle
- Manage RFI and RFP processes to transition projects from development to execution
- Develop detailed project schedules, budgets, and engineering specifications
- Lead EPC RFP process, including scoping, evaluation, and selection of contractors
- Oversee EPC contract execution and early-stage engineering and design
- Coordinate with stakeholders, suppliers, and contractors to support project execution
- Maintain project budgets and cash flow forecasts
- Host weekly project status meetings and develop project management and construction strategies
Requirements
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management or equivalent years of experience in construction, project planning and execution of large utility-scale, power plant projects
- 3-5 years of experience in the renewable energy sector or industrial construction or capital project management
- Advanced knowledge of construction management and constructing methods for large projects, contract management, procurement, and supply chain management, environmental and building permitting, and transportation logistics
- Demonstrated experience in building and maintaining critical path method schedules
- Extensive experience with EPC and BOP construction contracting including RFP process, bid review, and negotiation of contract terms
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software, including MS Project
- Basic knowledge of construction labor relations throughout the US
- Works well under pressure and on a deadline, enjoys working with a variety of people
Benefits & Perks
15 days of Paid Time Off, accrual up to 20 days
11 observed holidays
401(k) Match
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Health insurance
Wellness stipend
Family planning stipend
Generous parental leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Phone Bill Reimbursement
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