Project Engineer, BESS Estimating

WHY MOSS? Moss is a family-owned, multi-billion-dollar organization with a national presence and a culture rooted in honoring relationships. We offer a unique environment where the scale of our projects meets a “People Always” philosophy. We are looking for entrepreneurial spirits who want to take ownership of their careers, think beyond the status quo, and contribute to a culture of contagious energy that celebrates both professional excellence and genuine connection. Company Overview Moss is a national, privately held construction firm providing innovative solutions resulting in award-winning projects. With regional offices across the United States, Moss focuses on construction management, solar & BESS EPC, and design-build. The company’s diverse portfolio encompasses a wide range of sectors, including luxury high-rise residential, landmark mixed-use developments, hospitality, K-12 and higher education, justice, solar energy and battery storage, and sports. Moss is ranked by Engineering News-Record as the nation’s top solar contractor and one of the top 50 general contractors. Moss prides itself on a strong entrepreneurial culture that honors safety, quality, client engagement, and employee development. Its employees consistently rank Moss as one of the best places to work. CULTURAL ALIGNMENT Honor Relationships: From the workforce to our business partners, we embrace the power of authentic connections to create something truly extraordinary. We don’t just value relationships; we honor them.Entrepreneurial Spirit: Embrace opportunities, innovate, and overcome challenges. At Moss, each member of the company has the power to think beyond; bringing to the organization ideas, changes, and processes that make our tasks more effective.Contagious Energy: Work hard, be nice, have fun! There’s a team of people who care about your day, who want to see you succeed, who will empower you and fill you with our contagious energy. Roles And Responsibilities Ensure safety considerations are built into project estimates, logistics, and site visitsPerform accurate, detailed quantity takeoffs and verify consistency with drawings and bid strategyPerform document reviews to understand plans, specifications, and the scope of workDraft RFIs; ensure clarity, accuracy, and alignment with supervisorsMaintain organization of project documentsCapture meeting minutes, action items, and distribute within 24 hours of meetingsCompile estimates, summaries, qualifications, and assumptions in line with templates and standardsLeverage historical databases to perform price analyses and comparisonsCollaborate with leads on identifying pricing trends, cost variances, and validate estimate assumptions. Assemble addenda, project summaries, storyboards, and backup information for bid deliverablesSupport memo and basis of bid preparation by collecting and organizing relevant inputsEnsure the established bid and bid review process is followedPrepare and distribute pre-reads 24 hours prior to meetingsSend pricing requests to vendors and subcontractors promptly after kickoffAssign and track due dates for vendor/sub responses; escalate delays as neededSupport pricing review (leveling, checklist compliance, identifying gaps)Collect and analyze vendor/sub data to support accurate scope coverage and redce riskCollaborate with Leads and Managers to align on bid philosophy and strategyEngage with vendors/subs professionally, maintaining accurate contact data and NDAsParticipate actively in kickoff meetings, site visits, weekly check-ins, and review sessionsSupport effective team communication by issuing recaps, logs, and status updates Performs other duties as assigned. Job Requirements Basic understanding of estimating processes, construction drawings, safety, and quality standardsUnderstands assigned tasks, how they support estimate development, and when to escalate issuesBasic understanding of scope budgets and vendor/sub pricing inputsKnowledge of standard Estimating toolsDrafts clear RFIs, meeting notes, and summariesPerforms accurate takeoffs and data entry in estimating toolsIdentifies data gaps and escalates potential risks quicklyBuilds working relationships with vendors, subs, and internal peersCompletes deliverables with accuracy and attention to detail; seeks clarification when neededDemonstrate a learning mindset; seek feedback and incorporate guidanceAdjusts to schedule changes, addenda, or evolving project requirementsOpen to coaching; adopts learning from Leads and ManagersTroubleshoots document or data inconsistencies with support, escalating appropriatelyBachelor's degree, graduate to 3 years' experience in estimating or project management roles (internships included) Moss is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.