Estimator, Services (Remote)

About the role

This fully remote role is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for long-term service agreements on utility scale solar and BESS projects. The position involves analyzing project specifications and RFP documents, collaborating with business development, project managers, and engineers, and ensuring that all estimates are completed accurately and on time.

Responsibilities

• Project Planning and Review: Review and interpret RFP documents, project plans, specifications, and other documentation to prepare detailed cost estimates; prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing; accurately identify and quantify equipment and OEM requirements; meet and maintain bidding schedules; participate in estimate reviews.
• Supplier and Subcontractor Management: Work with subcontractors to define and obtain costs for minor scopes of work; maintain good vendor relationships to stay current on new equipment models and changes in manuals which may affect pricing.
• Risk and Compliance: Identify risks involved in the projects; assist in the preparation of risk matrix and go/no-go decision with management.
• Continuous Improvement and Updates: Meet with various subject-matter experts to validate new equipment labor metrics and maintain updated estimate templates; maintain and update cost databases and estimating software or Excel estimating templates; develop and maintain estimate version management process.
• Organizational Skills: Manage multiple pricing efforts simultaneously and meet deadlines; stay current with industry trends, regulations, and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or architectural degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working knowledge of utility scale solar and BESS standard equipment and operation.
• Electrical and/or utility scale solar or BESS Operations and Maintenance experience is a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years of estimating experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and understand specifications and drawings.
• Ability to make accurate judgments and calculations.
• Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Word, Outlook).
• Exceptional Excel skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance for employees and their families.
• Company 401(k) plan.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.

Pay

$104,215.00 – $130,270.00 per year (salary)