Estimator

Koch; Scottsdale (AZ); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

DEPCOM Power is seeking an Estimator to develop and maintain accurate cost estimates for utility-scale solar and battery storage projects. You will work with cross-functional teams to align estimates with execution strategies and respond to RFP requirements.

This role requires travel to project sites; base locations include Scottsdale, AZ, Bedminster, NJ, or Houston, TX, with 10% travel and remote work up to 25% when applicable. VISA sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Experience in heavy civil, large commercial, or utility-scale solar construction.
• Knowledge of cost estimation best practices and estimation tools.
• Proficiency with takeoff software and the ability to interpret complex project documentation.
• Strong understanding of project complexities and construction management principles.
• Experience refining estimating processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop, refine, and maintain cost estimates for utility-scale solar and battery storage projects.
• Collaborate with business development, engineering, procurement, and delivery to shape bid strategies and control costs.
• Identify risks and help develop mitigation strategies to improve estimate reliability.
• Improve estimating processes and templates to boost accuracy and efficiency.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, client discussions, and leadership updates.
• Conduct site visits as needed and produce detailed reports for planning and accuracy.

Skills

Heavy civil

Solar construction

Estimating

Takeoff software

Project management

AI in workflows

Tools

Takeoff software

Estimating tools

Job description

Your Job

DEPCOM Power is hiring an Estimator. This role will play a critical role in developing and maintaining accurate, detailed project estimates that support our solar and battery storage projects. You will collaborate closely with internal teams to optimize and align estimates reflective of project execution strategies, contributing to the company's long-term success and competitive advantage.

This position is preferably based in Scottsdale, AZ, Bedminster, NJ, or Houston, TX office, requiring 10% travel for site visits. For remote employees, this role will involve 25% travel, which includes monthly trips to Scottsdale for meetings with internal teams as well as attending site visits. Please note that this role is not eligible for VISA sponsorship.

What You Will Do

• Develop, refine, and maintain comprehensive project cost estimates aligned with RFP requirements for utility‑scale solar and battery storage projects.
• Collaborate with internal teams including business development, engineering, procurement, and project delivery to develop winning bid strategies and optimize project costs.
• Identify project risks and assist in developing mitigation strategies to enhance estimate reliability.
• Support continuous improvement of the team by refining estimating processes and templates to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Participate in pre‑bid meetings, client discussions, and leadership updates.
• Conduct site visits as necessary and prepare detailed reports that inform and enhance estimate accuracy and project planning.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Experience in heavy civil, large commercial, or utility‑scale solar construction.
• Knowledgeable of best practices in cost estimation and estimating tools/software.
• Proficiency with takeoff software and ability to interpret complex project documentation.
• Strong understanding of project complexities and construction management principles.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and refine estimating processes.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Direct experience in utility‑scale renewable energy construction projects.
• In‑depth knowledge of solar and battery storage systems.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience leveraging generative AI to streamline workflows and improve outcomes.
• Experience working in the field in the Solar and/or BESS construction industries

Compensation

For this role, we anticipate paying $105,000- $150,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form. At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength. Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and more.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E‑Verify.