Project Manager, Preconstruction

Position Project Manager, Preconstruction (High Voltage) Location Bloomington, MN preferred; Remote acceptable with 25% travel About Us Geronimo Power develops, owns, and operates large-scale power and affiliated digital infrastructure projects throughout America's Heartland, including solar, wind, energy storage, and powered data parks. As a farmer-founded and community-focused business, Geronimo Power equips landowners and rural communities with sustainable revenue to ignite local economic growth. To learn more about Geronimo Power, visit www.geronimopower.com or follow the company on LinkedIn. About This Role The Project Manager, Preconstruction will be responsible for administering pre-construction high voltage engineering services for all generation and data center projects starting in the early to mid-development phase through the start of construction. The Pre-Construction Manager will ensure that all high voltage scope, budgets, and processes are in conformity with Geronimo Power’s established policies and objectives. Responsibilities Lead the development and review of preliminary high voltage engineering designs and strategy, with both internal and external resources Serve as the Company's subject matter expert for high-voltage systems, providing technical leadership and strategic guidance throughout the project lifecycle. Lead coordination with interconnecting utilities on data center projects, determining high voltage equipment strategy and ramp schedule Support power and data center project optimization with Energy Modeling, Development, Financial Modeling, and Procurement groups to develop the optimal project design and execution strategy Coordinate with Estimating for project budgeting on all high voltage scope Provide support to internal teams for customer RFP (request for proposal) responses Evaluate EPC and equipment bids for both compliance with RFP requirements and selecting the optimal vendor or technology Support both EPC and equipment contracting negotiations Support Development with landowner discussions for design considerations Coordinate with Procurement for substation and transmission equipment considerations and strategy Represent Geronimo Power at appropriate industry conferences and community stakeholder meetings, participating in discussions and providing comments if needed Understand and comply with the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards What You’ll Bring Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering Minimum 4 years’ experience with engineering and construction Minimum 2 years’ experience with project development and design (preferably renewable energy and data center experience) Proficient knowledge of high voltage concepts and equipment Basic understanding of EPC and equipment contracts Proven ability to organize and manage several projects at various stages of development Excellent knowledge of construction concepts and practices Demonstrated oral and written communication skills Proficiency in using programs such as Microsoft Office, Procore, AutoCAD, and database management systems Ability to travel up to 25% of the time Success in This Role Looks Like Within the first 12 months, the successful candidate will: Establish effective relationships with utilities, EPC partners, and engineering consultants. Deliver accurate high-voltage engineering scopes and budgets that support project investment decisions. Drive timely utility interconnection and transmission planning activities. Support successful progression of renewable energy and powered data park projects from development into construction. Identify cost savings and design optimization opportunities that improve project economics. Partner effectively across Development, Procurement, Finance, Engineering, and Construction teams. What You’ll Get Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives 401(k) retirement plan Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage Paid time off and holidays Tuition assistance and ongoing professional development Employee assistance program (EAP) and wellness resources Pet insurance and employee discount programs Pay Range for the posted level: $115,000 - $135,000 plus target annual bonus opportunity of 15%. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, skills, and demonstrated market-relevant expertise Our Commitment Geronimo Power is committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and energized to do their best work. We believe strong teams and strong communities drive better outcomes. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants.