Gabriel Williams

About Gabriel Williams

Gabriel Williams | Preconstruction Manager | Utility-Scale Energy (Solar & BESS)Preconstruction Manager specializing in early-stage project strategy, cost modeling, and execution planning for utility-scale energy infrastructure.Focused on translating limited development inputs into decision-grade estimates, defined scopes, and executable project frameworks across solar PV, BESS, and supporting infrastructure, with additional experience in wind projects.Current Role:Preconstruction Manager at Pattern Energy, leading preconstruction strategy across utility-scale renewable projects. Responsible for cost modeling, scope alignment, and coordinating engineering, procurement, and construction stakeholders to de-risk projects prior to EPC engagement.Core Capabilities:• Early-stage estimating and cost modeling• Preconstruction process development and intake structuring• Cross-functional alignment across development, engineering, and EPC teams• Risk identification across civil, BOS, and HV infrastructure• Translating conceptual designs into executable project plansExecution Focus:Operate at the intersection of development and construction—ensuring projects are technically defined, financially grounded, and executable before major capital is deployed.Beyond Work:Real estate investor focused on mid-term rentals, leveraging automation and AI-driven workflows to scale operations. Mentor to engineers, project managers, and estimators, and active in volunteering and community initiatives.Let’s Connect:Open to connecting with developers, EPCs, and operators working on utility-scale energy or advancing preconstruction strategy and execution.

Experience

1. Preconstruction Manager

   Pattern Energy

   Apr 2026 — Present

Education

• State University of New York College at Potsdam

  Mathematics

• University at Buffalo

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Civil Engineering