Utility Project Manager – Due Diligence, EV Construction

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Lead the technical and legal evaluation of potential real estate assets by the PreConstruction Team.

• Conduct thorough physical due diligence, which includes assessing structural integrity, MEP capacities, and evaluating site-specific utility infrastructure.

• Generate clear Go/No-Go feasibility reports that highlight cost drivers and potential schedule impacts.

• Evaluate the compatibility of existing site conditions with client prototypes or use-case requirements.

• Analyze municipal zoning ordinances, land-use restrictions, and local building codes.

• Identify necessary discretionary approvals and establish timelines for permit procurement.

• Oversee the procurement and review of ALTA surveys, Title Commitments, and Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments.

• Collaborate with the Real Estate and Transaction Management teams on Lease Work Letters.

• Define enforceable technical specifications for both Landlord’s Work and Tenant’s Work.

• Review tenant improvement allowance requests in relation to verified site conditions.

• Manage regional or national Environmental, Geotechnical, Civil, and Structural consultants.

• Audit consultant deliverables for thoroughness, accuracy, and compliance with company standards.

• Comply with SOX control responsibilities as applicable.

• Ensure a smooth, financially transparent, and risk-mitigated transition from site selection to the commencement of construction.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related discipline.

• Must reside on the West Coast and be available to work West Coast hours.

• Previous experience working with West Coast utility companies is essential.

• 3–5 years of experience managing nationwide utility new service applications from submission to completion.

• Experience in energy modeling is advantageous.

• Familiarity with utility GIS databases is required.

• Exposure to EV infrastructure or service center construction is a plus.

• Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and project management tools such as Procore.

• Experience with dashboard tools like Power BI or Smartsheet is beneficial.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to evolving project demands.

• Comfortable working in both field and office environments.

• Strong attention to detail and capability to manage documentation across various projects.

• Knowledge of EV systems, charging infrastructure, or fleet operations is preferred.

• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

🏝️ Benefits

• Potential for bonuses based on performance.

• Comprehensive benefits package offered.

• Healthy, productive, and flexible working environment.

• Support for work-life balance.

• Opportunity to drive change and have a voice within the organization.

• Occasional travel may be required as needed.