Electrical Estimator for Renewable Energy Projects

Blattner Company; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Employer paid HDHP insurance

401(k) with company match

HSA and FSA options

Dental and Vision insurance

Education Assistance

Work/Life balance

Employee/Family focused culture

Gym on site

Job summary

Blattner Company, a long-established leader in U.S. renewable energy construction, is seeking an Electrical Estimator to help develop competitive proposals for utility-scale wind, solar and storage projects.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Supply Chain, Construction and Project Management to build conceptual electrical solutions from opportunity through award. Your day may involve reviewing RFPs, performing quantity takeoffs, assisting with estimates, coordinating with Engineers of

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in construction, engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
• Two+ years in renewable construction estimating or four+ years in non-renewable estimating.
• Valid Driver’s License and willingness to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Review specs and drawings to define scope and required estimate content.
• Recommend design options based on cost, quality, and material availability.
• Develop project plan and schedule with methods explanation.
• Prepare a level one schedule and sequencing for crew sizing and productivity.
• Prepare and issue RFPs to qualified vendors and subs for bid evaluation.
• Evaluate quotes using clear commercial and technical criteria.
• Ensure RFPs establish scope and pricing bases from suppliers.
• Calculate quantity takeoffs, material costs, labor, equipment, and items.
• Track historical data and compile reports for future estimates.
• Assess materials/services from qualified suppliers on technical and commercial merit.
• Compare bids to ensure best value and protect against claims.

Skills

Estimating

Proposal development

RFP management

Quantity takeoffs

Project planning

Vendor evaluation

Cost analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction, Engineering or related field

Job description

Blattner Company, a long-established leader in U.S. renewable energy construction, is seeking an Electrical Estimator to help develop competitive proposals for utility-scale wind, solar and storage projects.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Supply Chain, Construction and Project Management to build conceptual electrical solutions from opportunity through award. Your day may involve reviewing RFPs, performing quantity takeoffs, assisting with estimates, coordinating with Engineers of