Preconstruction Manager – Pursuit

Signal Energy

. Serve as overall owner of assigned pursuits from RFP release through award .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex proposals and pursuits within the construction and energy infrastructure sectors, with a strong focus on EPC contracts, risk management, and compliance. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and ensure alignment between technical solutions and commercial strategies.

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EPC ContractsProposal ManagementRisk MitigationUtility-Scale Solar ExperienceLeadership Skills

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Hard Skills

RFP ReviewBudget ManagementSchedule ManagementScope AlignmentCost AccuracyConstructability ConsiderationsCommercial StrategyTechnical SolutionsContract NegotiationPost-Award Handoff

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsOrganizational Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in EngineeringBachelor's Degree in Construction ManagementBachelor's Degree in Business

Industry Keywords

Construction ManagementEnergy InfrastructureRisk AllocationMarket PositioningClient PresentationsNegotiationsClarificationsBAFO Rounds

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as overall owner of assigned pursuits from RFP release through award
Partner with Business Development to define win strategy, market positioning, pricing approach, and differentiation
Manage pursuit schedule, budget, resourcing, and deliverables
Review RFPs, exhibits, and draft contracts for scope, commercial and technical requirements, and schedule milestones
Identify, document, communicate, and mitigate commercial, constructability, supply chain, logistics, and schedule risks
Facilitate internal risk reviews and align mitigation strategies across teams
Support clarifications, assumptions, and exceptions
Coordinate Engineering, Estimating, Scheduling, Preconstruction, Procurement, and Operations input
Ensure scope alignment, cost accuracy, schedule credibility, and constructability considerations
Drive alignment between technical solutions and commercial strategy
Own proposal deliverables for compliance, quality, and on-time submission
Manage internal and external deadlines, including clarifications and BAFO rounds
Support client presentations, interviews, and negotiations
Lead the formal post-award handoff to Preconstruction
Support contract negotiations to preserve bid intent and risk posture through execution of the Owner agreement

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, business, or related field
Strong understanding of EPC contracts and risk allocation
Experience leading complex proposals or pursuits in construction or energy infrastructure
Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills
Utility-scale solar experience preferred
Must comply with the interview policy prohibiting AI note-takers, recording devices, and real-time transcription software
Must be eligible to work under the employer's E-Verify requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work arrangement
Up to 10% travel required