Job Opportunities
Preconstruction Engineer - Renewable Energy
McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is America's premier, 100% employee-owned commercial construction company. With offices nationwide, we specialize in a wide range of project types that are as diverse and wide-ranging as the communities in which we build. Our innovative teams collaborate with clients and industry partners throughout the project life cycle, starting in the earliest stages of design, throughout construction and beyond project completion.
McCarthy’s reputation for tackling the toughest building challenges starts with our focus on developing high-performing individuals and teams. We do this through our award-winning training programs, a best-in-class Total Rewards benefits program, and a focus on equipping diverse teams of employee owners through a connected and inclusive culture aligned with our values of: Genuine. We, Not I. All In.
How do McCarthy partners define our culture?
We Live Our Core Values. We do whatever it takes to deliver on our promises with honesty and integrity.
We are Employee Owned. We are personally invested in building the things people need in our communities.
We Feel Like a Family. We value genuine connections and help each other succeed in an inclusive environment.
We are Builders. We respect the work we do and everyone who helps make it happen safely.
McCarthy Building Co. is seeking a Preconstruction Engineer for our Solar EPC group based in Phoenix, AZ. This is a chance to join a fast-growing EPC group taking the lead on utility scale renewable energy projects. We are seeking individuals with previous solar design experience or with a recent degree in a related field.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and provide support as appropriate with conceptual and detailed design of renewable systems, specifically solar and battery energy storage.
- Support in the design review of electrical, civil, structural plans, specifications, calculations and studies.
- Support in the review of testing, commissioning plan and QA/QC documentation
- Conduct site visits and inspections, as well as face-to-face meetings with clients and industry partners as necessary
- Assist in pricing and bidding of renewable energy projects, performing quantity take-offs when necessary and conducting reviews of milestone documents for pricing of value alternative options
- Communicate with engineers, suppliers and consultants to clarify scope of work, materials, and schedule requirements as required
- Participate in the internal estimate review process and assist with final assembly of estimate for presentation to the client.
- Support in the collection and organization all bid information for future reference
- Support in the development of subcontracts and purchase orders for major equipment.
- Support in the estimation of projects by leading efforts to solicit proposals from subcontractors and vendors, as necessary.
- Champion standardization by identifying and documenting “Best Practices”
- Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors, vendors and internal clients, attending industry events and representing McCarthy in the community
Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or similar required
- General knowledge of construction principles and processes
- Strong math and analytical skills with attention to detail
- Solid interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrate behaviors consistent with McCarthy core values while maintaining a "value added" approach to estimating.
