Solar Estimator
About The Position
The Sr. Estimator evaluates project information and designs, creates project proposals, solicits and reviews vendor and subcontractor quotes, and determines costs for photovoltaic installations throughout the United States. The role develops complete and accurate estimates for solar and battery storage projects ranging from 1 MW to 50+ MW, including self-perform labor and equipment production costs. It works with customers and internal and external stakeholders throughout bidding and design, develops project scopes and bid packages, and supports preconstruction and construction teams through project handoff and as needed afterward.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of prior estimating experience, or a combination of education, estimating, and field experience.
- Background in general estimating, solar, construction management, or project management.
- Ability to manage multiple projects, tight deadlines, and pressure.
- Competency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint.
- Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills.
- Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
- Willingness to work occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to travel once a month; stated travel requirement is up to 10%.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with estimating software such as Heavy Bid, Accubid, or B2W.
- Knowledge of scheduling principles and software such as MS Project or P6.
Responsibilities
- Review bid packages and lead or participate in developing pricing and proposals.
- Develop or lead the development of comprehensive bid packages for client submission.
- Develop and manage RFPs and solicit proposals from vendors, subcontractors, and suppliers.
- Interface directly with customers throughout the bidding and design process.
- Coordinate pricing with internal and external team members and take ownership of the bidding process.
- Request pricing for bonds, sales tax, insurance, prevailing wage, and other project requirements.
- Review historical project data and lessons learned with construction teams to refine pricing models.
- Develop accurate solar and battery storage estimates for projects ranging from 1 MW to 50+ MW.
- Estimate self-perform labor and equipment production costs for proposals.
- Prepare and present detailed contractual bid proposals and clarifications to clients.
- Understand solar project scope, schedule, and construction costs to prepare conforming bids.
- Write, modify, and define detailed project scopes, including proposal inclusions and exclusions.
- Maintain a solar estimating database of pricing and assemblies.
- Provide technical assistance, including interpreting drawings, recommending construction methods, and specifying and ordering materials, tools, and equipment.
- Identify project risks and bring them forward for discussion and mitigation planning.
- Provide detailed handoff packages and continued support to preconstruction and construction teams as needed.
- Manage project files, drawings, documents, and records in the project system.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Benefits
- 100% employer-paid health and dental coverage for employees.
- HSA contributions.
- Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage.
- 401(k) with competitive company match.
- Profit sharing and performance-based incentives.
- Paid weekly with competitive wages.
- PTO and six paid holidays.
- Education reimbursement.
- Employee discounts through Working Advantage.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
