Solar PV Estimator

Rise Technical Recruitment; Exeter; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the UK's longest-standing solar energy company as a Solar PV Estimator, responsible for estimating costs for rooftop and ground-mount solar projects. As part of a dynamic team, you'll collaborate with engineers and project managers, ensuring accurate and competitive proposals in a rewarding environment focused on renewable energy.

Benefits

Progression opportunities

Holiday

Pension

Fuel Card

Company Card

Qualifications

• Experienced in estimating complex solar PV systems.
• Bonus points for battery storage or energy modelling experience.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Commercial awareness

Passion for renewable energy

Job description

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

Exeter

35,000- 45,000 (DOE) + Progression + Holiday + Pension + Fuel Card + Company Card

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.
• Sharp eye for detail and numbers.
• Confident working cross-functionally.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Bonus: battery storage or energy modelling experience.

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To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Maleek Randley at Rise Technical Recruitment

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The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.