Estimator – Solar

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Minnesota.

📋 Description

• Aid in the creation of competitive, innovative, and technically robust proposals for utility-scale renewable energy initiatives.

• Collaborate with Engineering, Integrated Supply Chain, Construction, and Project Management teams to formulate conceptual electrical solutions from the initial opportunity stage to contract award.

• Examine Owner RFPs and prepare quantity takeoffs.

• Assist with electrical cost estimates and coordinate with Engineers of Record, utility companies, and suppliers.

• Support estimates for collection systems, substations, underground cable systems, utility interconnections, SCADA, protection and control systems, and other electrical infrastructure.

• Identify project risks, assess constructability, and devise value engineering solutions.

• Review specifications and drawings to clarify work scope responsibilities, estimate contents, and essential project tasks.

• Propose solutions based on design options considering cost, engineering, quality, or material availability.

• Create project building and scheduling plans, including level one schedules, sequencing, crew size, resources, and productivity.

• Develop and send RFPs to qualified vendors and subcontractors; assess quotes using commercial and technical evaluation metrics.

• Compute quantity takeoffs, material prices, labor costs, equipment expenses, and specialty items.

• Monitor and analyze historical data, compiling summary reports and bridging documents for future estimates.

• Research and evaluate project materials and services using qualified suppliers and subcontractors to ensure the best value and minimize claims.

⛳️ Requirements

• A four-year degree in Construction, Engineering, or a related field, or a combination of relevant education and experience is required.

• At least two years of progressive related experience in the renewable construction industry (wind, solar, or battery storage) or four or more years of practical crew-based estimating experience in other non-renewable construction sectors.

• A valid Driver’s License is required.

• Up to 25% travel may be necessary.

• Experience in supporting utility-scale renewable energy or power infrastructure projects is essential.

• Familiarity with collection systems, substations, utility interconnections, underground cable systems, protection and control systems, SCADA, grounding, and power delivery infrastructure is preferred.

• Valid, independent work authorization is necessary; the employer cannot sponsor H-1B visas or permanent residency.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary

• 100% employer-paid HDHP insurance premiums for employees

• 401(k) plan with company matching

• HSA and FSA options available

• Dental and Vision insurance

• Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)

• Work/Life balance support

• Family-focused workplace culture

• On-site gym

• And more!