Senior Pre-Construction Manager

6w1 month ago

EDF Renouvelables

Montréal, CA · Full-time · C$124,700 – C$207,800

About this role

Since 1987, EDF solutions électriques has provided clean energy solutions across North America. As a leading independent power producer, we deliver reliable, low-carbon energy solutions to utilities, businesses, and communities.

The Senior Pre-Construction Manager leads regional pre-construction efforts for solar, onshore wind, high voltage, and energy storage projects within EDF Renouvelables' large-scale portfolio. This role coordinates with multidisciplinary teams to assess EPC costs, schedules, and risks, while directing procurement from RFP launch to contract execution.

Working closely with subject matter experts, the role involves reviewing engineering studies, estimating Balance of Plant costs, analyzing constructability risks, and developing project schedules. The manager also supports project acquisition, power purchase agreement negotiations, permitting, stakeholder consultation, and construction transitions.

EDF offers a collaborative and innovative environment committed to driving the transition to sustainable energy. Team members benefit from mentorship programs, rewarding learning opportunities, and clear pathways for career advancement within a growing renewable energy leader.

Requirements

Proven experience in pre-construction management for large-scale renewable energy projects (solar, wind, storage).
Strong knowledge of EPC contracting, cost estimation, and risk analysis.
Ability to read and interpret preliminary design drawings and engineering studies.
Experience with procurement processes from RFP to contract execution.
Proficiency in project scheduling and budget management.
Familiarity with Balance of Plant (BoP) systems in renewable energy.
Leadership skills to coordinate multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Manage the regional project portfolio, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to assess EPC costs, schedule, and risks.
Review and comment on engineering studies and preliminary design drawings.
Estimate and verify quantity takeoffs on preliminary plans.
Lead the procurement of EPC construction services from RFP launch to contract execution.
Perform Balance of Plant (BoP) cost estimation and constructability risk analysis.
Support project acquisition, power purchase agreement negotiation, permitting, and stakeholder consultation.
Provide support during construction and transition to asset optimization.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across pre-construction processes.