At Bloom Energy, our vision for a world powered by clean, reliable, and affordable energy is more than just a dream—we’re making it reality. 

For over two decades, we’ve been at the forefront of the global energy transition, pioneering solutions that empower critical industries to thrive in a rapidly digitizing, energy-intensive world. From revolutionizing power for AI-driven data centers to ensuring resilience for hospitals, electric grids, manufacturing facilities, and utilities, our solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) and solid oxide electrolyzer (SOEC) technologies are redefining what’s possible by delivering energy abundance for all. With more than 30,000 fuel cell modules deployed worldwide, we are the trusted partner for Fortune 100 companies and innovators alike. Our cutting-edge solutions enable unparalleled “time-to-power” capabilities, reliability, and sustainability, ensuring our customers remain ahead in a world where soaring energy demand and intensifying energy scarcity are rapidly becoming the new norm. 

At Bloom, we thrive on collaboration, bold thinking, and relentless innovation. We believe that, together, we can create a brighter, more sustainable future while tackling the most pressing challenges of the 21st century. 

We are looking for a  Preconstruction Managerto join our team in one of today’s most exciting technologies.  This role will report to  the Sr. Manager Construction Servicesand will be based in  San Jose, CA or Newark, DE.  This is a fully on-site, in office role 5 days a week. 

Role and Responsibilities:

Handling buyout of the project subcontracted activities from first budget estimate through formalization of contracts
Ability to assemble a complete presentation-worthy estimate package that clearly communicates project cost.
Must have knowledge and understanding of unit costs and the factors that affect construction cost.
Ability to prepare detailed instructions to bidders, trade specific clarifications and comprehensive bid packages.
Must have experience with the bidding process: creating RFP packages, soliciting bids, communicating with the bidders, evaluating proposals, and leveling bids.
Can perform detailed scope, schedule, and cost analyses of contractor bids to identify optimal procurement options aligned with business schedule targets, budget constraints and quality standards.
Coordinate cross-functional feedback and to ensure the purchased services meet all technical, business, commercial, and legal requirements.
Must be prepared to participate and often lead the preparation and presentation of cost / budget information to internal teams
Must have experience being a member of the team involved in request for proposal responses (RFP’s) and the formal presentation for a project.
Ability to lead and facilitate value engineering sessions with the project team and design team.
Collect performance data and present metrics to support strategic decisions to grow, divest, or maintain contractors for long-term partnership.
Supports internal processes to setup new vendors, issue purchase orders, expedite payments, and manage changes.
Support continuous improvement efforts through root cause analysis of pain points, proposing solutions, and implementing process improvements.
Source and contract new subcontractors and other 3rd party vendors as required for project scope
Source and contract third party services including, but not limited to: load banks, generators, transformers, craning, rigging, inspections

Skills and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or five (5) years of relevant work experience
Highly motivated personality, effective communication skills, and a strong ability to work in a high-performing team environment with a customer service focus
Knowledge of all aspects of construction: Including planning, equipment, methods, cost control, safety requirements, and procurement of construction equipment and services.
Well-developed and professional interpersonal skills; ability to interact effectively with people at all levels of the organization, as well as outside customers and vendors
Proficiency in MS Office Suite.

Bloom Energy is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We are committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. All qualified applicants, will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability. Bloom Energy makes reasonable accommodations, consistent with applicable laws, for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant or employee with a disability, who can perform the essential job functions, unless undue hardship would result.

At Bloom Energy, we are committed to supporting the well-being of our employees and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees includes competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with a large employer contribution, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with companymatch, generousMental Health Support services, Legal services, virtual Physical Therapy access, and Fertility & Family Forming benefits.

Bloom Energy is committed to fair andequitablecompensation practices. The total compensation for this position includes standard company benefits and is based onvarious factorsincluding, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience.

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Salary Ranges:

$114,800.00 - $165,200.00

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