Solar PV Estimator

Rise Technical; Exeter; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading renewable energy developer as a Solar PV Estimator based in Exeter, where you'll work on exciting rooftop and ground-mounted solar projects. As a critical member of a dynamic team, you will estimate costs and deliver competitive, commercially sound bids while collaborating with engineers and procurement teams. This role offers opportunities for career progression in the fast-evolving energy sector.

Qualifications

• Experience estimating complex solar PV systems.
• Ability to manage fast-moving workloads.
• Experience with battery storage or energy modelling is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Estimate costs for rooftop and ground-mount solar PV systems.
• Review plans, specs, and site conditions.
• Work collaboratively with engineers and project managers.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Commercial awareness

Project management

Collaboration

Technical analysis

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Solar PV Estimator (Rooftop & Ground Mount up to 70MW)

Exeter

Are you looking to grow your career with the UK's longest-standing solar energy company?

Do you want to play a key role in a fast-growing team with clear progression opportunities?

Join one of the UK's leading renewable energy developers as they scale up to meet unprecedented demand. With a packed pipeline of rooftop and ground-mounted solar PV projects (up to 70MW), this is your chance to join a company at the forefront of the clean energy transition. With offices in Exeter and Leeds, flexible working, and a mission-driven team, this is a rewarding place to grow your career.

As Estimator, you'll work across commercial rooftop and utility-scale solar PV projects, ensuring estimates are accurate, competitive, and commercially sound. You'll work closely with engineers, project managers and procurement teams to deliver first-class bids and proposals. Expect a mix of office-based collaboration, on-site visits, and technical analysis-no two days will be the same.

We're looking for someone who's detail-oriented, commercially aware, and passionate about renewable energy. Whether you're based near Exeter (ideally) or Leeds, you'll bring experience estimating complex solar PV systems and an ability to manage a fast-moving workload. Bonus points if you've got experience with battery storage or energy modelling.

The Role

• Estimate costs for rooftop and ground-mount solar PV systems.
• Review plans, specs, and site conditions.
• Work with engineers and PMs on bids and proposals.
• Visit sites to assess project requirements.
• Manage costing tools and supplier quotes.

The Person

• Experienced in solar PV estimating.
• Confident working cross-functionally.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Bonus: battery storage or energy modelling experience.