Turner & Townsend
Senior Preconstruction Project Manager – EV Construction Management
Turner & Townsend, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Overview
Senior Preconstruction Project Manager – EV Construction Management at Turner & Townsend. The role is to oversee the planning and early execution phases of EV service center projects, including infrastructure for charging, maintenance, and operational support. You will lead site feasibility, permitting, design coordination, budgeting, and early vendor engagement across a dynamic portfolio. This position suits someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has deep experience in infrastructure development, electrical systems, and municipal coordination. Responsibilities
Lead site feasibility assessments, including zoning, access logistics, environmental constraints, and infrastructure readiness. Manage due diligence activities across multiple sites, coordinating internal teams and external consultants to deliver comprehensive evaluations. Develop permitting and entitlement strategies, working with local jurisdictions and regulatory agencies. Coordinate with design consultants and internal stakeholders to ensure site plans meet operational, technical, and safety requirements. Build and manage project budgets and schedules; lead cost estimating and pricing reviews with contractors and vendors. Define EV charging infrastructure requirements in collaboration with engineering and operations teams, including power demand and layout optimization. Coordinate with utilities and design teams to scope electrical systems, including transformer sizing, switchgear layouts, and service upgrades. Engage early with EVSE vendors, electrical contractors, and utility providers to align on scope, timelines, and service requirements. Review and validate electrical design packages for code compliance, utility standards, and long-term scalability. Act as the central liaison between internal teams and external partners to align on project goals and requirements. Identify and mitigate risks early in the project lifecycle with recommendations to leadership. Deliver project updates, business cases, and risk assessments to senior stakeholders. Contribute to the development of design standards, permitting workflows, and delivery processes to improve efficiency and consistency. Support integration of renewable energy, battery storage, and energy management systems into facility designs where applicable. Oversee a growing pipeline of active and upcoming projects, ensuring alignment with business goals and speed-to-market objectives. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field. 12+ years of experience in real estate or infrastructure project management, with a strong focus on preconstruction. Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment. Strong estimating and budgeting skills, with experience building cost models and schedules from the ground up. Experience with EV charging technologies, including Level 2 and DC fast charging systems, load management, and utility coordination. Experience managing electrical infrastructure projects involving medium- and high-voltage systems, switchgear, and transformer installations. Familiarity with NEC, NFPA, and local electrical codes for commercial and industrial facilities. Strong understanding of permitting, entitlements, and contract negotiation. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including experience presenting to leadership. Ability to think strategically and creatively to resolve site-specific challenges and regulatory constraints. Experience contributing to scalable systems, standards, and tools for infrastructure delivery. Additional Information
The salary range for this full-time role is $160K-$180K per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package. Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range depending on candidate’s experience and qualifications. On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs. Company and Equal Opportunity
Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. For more information, visit www.turnerandtownsend.com/ and https://www.heery.com/.
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Senior Preconstruction Project Manager – EV Construction Management at Turner & Townsend. The role is to oversee the planning and early execution phases of EV service center projects, including infrastructure for charging, maintenance, and operational support. You will lead site feasibility, permitting, design coordination, budgeting, and early vendor engagement across a dynamic portfolio. This position suits someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has deep experience in infrastructure development, electrical systems, and municipal coordination. Responsibilities
Lead site feasibility assessments, including zoning, access logistics, environmental constraints, and infrastructure readiness. Manage due diligence activities across multiple sites, coordinating internal teams and external consultants to deliver comprehensive evaluations. Develop permitting and entitlement strategies, working with local jurisdictions and regulatory agencies. Coordinate with design consultants and internal stakeholders to ensure site plans meet operational, technical, and safety requirements. Build and manage project budgets and schedules; lead cost estimating and pricing reviews with contractors and vendors. Define EV charging infrastructure requirements in collaboration with engineering and operations teams, including power demand and layout optimization. Coordinate with utilities and design teams to scope electrical systems, including transformer sizing, switchgear layouts, and service upgrades. Engage early with EVSE vendors, electrical contractors, and utility providers to align on scope, timelines, and service requirements. Review and validate electrical design packages for code compliance, utility standards, and long-term scalability. Act as the central liaison between internal teams and external partners to align on project goals and requirements. Identify and mitigate risks early in the project lifecycle with recommendations to leadership. Deliver project updates, business cases, and risk assessments to senior stakeholders. Contribute to the development of design standards, permitting workflows, and delivery processes to improve efficiency and consistency. Support integration of renewable energy, battery storage, and energy management systems into facility designs where applicable. Oversee a growing pipeline of active and upcoming projects, ensuring alignment with business goals and speed-to-market objectives. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field. 12+ years of experience in real estate or infrastructure project management, with a strong focus on preconstruction. Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment. Strong estimating and budgeting skills, with experience building cost models and schedules from the ground up. Experience with EV charging technologies, including Level 2 and DC fast charging systems, load management, and utility coordination. Experience managing electrical infrastructure projects involving medium- and high-voltage systems, switchgear, and transformer installations. Familiarity with NEC, NFPA, and local electrical codes for commercial and industrial facilities. Strong understanding of permitting, entitlements, and contract negotiation. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including experience presenting to leadership. Ability to think strategically and creatively to resolve site-specific challenges and regulatory constraints. Experience contributing to scalable systems, standards, and tools for infrastructure delivery. Additional Information
The salary range for this full-time role is $160K-$180K per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package. Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range depending on candidate’s experience and qualifications. On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs. Company and Equal Opportunity
Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. For more information, visit www.turnerandtownsend.com/ and https://www.heery.com/.
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