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Job Title


Solar Construction Estimator


Company : Renewyx


Location : Bethesda, MD


Created : 2024-06-26


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Our client is a prominent leader in the renewable energy sector, committed to delivering sustainable energy solutions across diverse projects. With a focus on innovation and excellence, we are currently seeking a dynamic and experienced Solar Estimatorto join our client's esteemed Solar Pre-Construction Department.Responsibilities:Bid ManagementReceive, review, and analyze contractor and vendor bids for RFP responses.Create and manage bid opportunities and templates.Solicit, interview, qualify, and track new Contractors.Estimation:Demonstrate proficiency in all components of the estimate, emphasizing the latest market prices.Collaborate with project team members to understand scope and details during estimate development.Adjust estimates based on project-specific details, including location, labor considerations, and local regulations.Evaluate vendor pricing and consider all aspects of costs within industry standards.Documentation and Reporting:Create and provide deliverables aligned with project-specific formats.Establish and maintain cost databases and analysis tools.Develop scope narratives, clarifications, and qualifications for client proposals.Review cost models, finance models, drawings, and production estimates to ensure accuracy.Project Feasibility:Perform site investigations to determine project feasibility and report constructability and logistics concerns.Change Order Management:Review change orders to validate the scope of work, quantities, rates, and overall cost.Qualifications:Work experience in renewable energy construction.Experience with Engineering, Procurement, and Construct (EPC) estimates.Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction management is a plus.Strong knowledge of electrical, structural, and civil estimating divisions and principles.Familiarity with general project finance underwriting principles and analysis.Recent experience with Utility-Scale Solar, Wind, and/or Substation/Switchyard projects.Understanding of project scheduling, construction means, methods, and sequences.Skills and Abilities:Strong work ethic and ability to self-start in a fast-paced environment.Excellent organization, communication, and attention-to-detail skills.Project management, organizational, and analytical problem-solving skills.Excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.Physical Demands:Work conducted in a professional office setting.Physical demands may include lifting up to 50 pounds, extended periods of sitting, walking, standing, reaching, and/or bending.Extended periods of reading fine print on a computer or in a paper-based format.Ability to travel as necessary.If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for renewable energy and possess the required skills and qualifications, we invite you to apply for the Solar Estimating Manager position. Join us in contributing to a sustainable future. Apply today!