Estimator II - Energy

Cupertino Electric, Inc.; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Cupertino Electric, Inc. in San Jose, CA invites applications for an Estimator II in a hybrid role focused on utility-scale solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) estimates.

You will work with the Preconstruction team, Project Managers, Purchasing, and Engineering, reporting to the Chief Estimator - Energy. The role requires strong analytical and communication skills, EPC estimating experience, and proficiency in Accubid, Bluebeam, and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of utility scale solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven analytical, organizational, and negotiation skills.
• Experience with Engineer, Procure, Construct (EPC) estimates.
• Experience with Accubid or similar estimating software.
• Experience with Bluebeam or similar on-screen take-off software.
• Existing relationships with Tier 1 vendors.
• Basic knowledge of electrical circuitry and calculations.
• Ability to meet deadlines and partner with team members while working remotely.
• Knowledge of power delivery, including substations and transmission lines.
• Knowledge of engineering scopes, including electrical, structural, civil, civil experts (hydrology, Geotech, etc.) and permitting.
• Knowledge of Civil construction related to utility scale solar PV - grading, hydrology, trenching, etc

Responsibilities

• Perform all levels and types of estimating, planning, scheduling and costengineering project activities.
• Accurately perform material quantity take-off of all renewable energy projects.
• Management of material vendor relationships, including packaging and presentation of RFQs and evaluation of vendor pricing.
• Develop and maintain relationships with subcontractors and material vendors.
• Manage subcontractor database.
• Prepare RFQs and evaluate vendor pricing; compare and reconcile scopes of work.

Skills

Solar PV knowledge

BESS knowledge

Verbal communication

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Vendor relationships

Tools

Accubid

Bluebeam

MS Office

Job description

Posting Title: Estimator II
Reports To: Chief Estimator
Location: San Jose, CA | Hybrid
Salary Range: $75,000 to $98,000

Final determination of a successful candidate's starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education and experience. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets.

WHO WE ARE

For more than 70 years, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people who have built a reputation for delivering high-profile, complex projects. Real, tangible things that alter the landscape and improve lives. But even more than that, we've built a reputation for integrity. We're problem solvers and innovation seekers. We're team players and safety fanatics. And we always-always-do the right thing. Even when no one is looking. Because what we do here is important, but how we do it is everything.

THE ENERGY TEAM

Our Energy Group at CEI builds projects from the field to the grid. Whether it's a solar, battery storage, substation, EV charging, microgrid or converter station project, our skilled project managers, engineers and field employees deliver when it matters most. We work with customers on programs of all sizes that span several smaller sites or span several thousand acres. Besides building some of the nation’s largest utility-scale solar plants and installing more EV charging stations in California than any other contractor, we are dedicated to running a business that is environmentally responsible.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Estimator will work closely with the Preconstruction team, Project Managers, Purchasing, Engineering, and report to the Chief Estimator - Energy. The Estimator will be responsible for developing and completing utility scale solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) estimates, including self-perform and subcontracted scopes of work. Estimating includes RFP & drawing package review, developing proposal level designs, quantity take-off, material RFQ prep & evaluation, and subcontractor RFQ prep & evaluation.

• Perform all levels and types of estimating, planning, scheduling and costengineering project activities
• Accurately perform material quantity take-off of all renewable energy projects
• Management of material vendor relationships, including packaging and presentation of RFQs and evaluation of vendor pricing
• Develop and maintain relationships with subcontractorsand material vendors
• Manage subcontractor database
• Prepare RFQs and evaluate vendor pricing. Compare and reconcile scopes of work

ABOUT YOU

• Knowledge of utility scale solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proven analytical, organizational, and negotiation skills
• Experience with Engineer, Procure, Construct (EPC) estimates
• Experience with MS Office
• Experience with Accubid or similar estimating software
• Experience with Bluebeam or similar on-screen take-off software
• Existing relationships with Tier 1 vendors
• Basic knowledge of electrical circuitry and calculations.
• Ability to meet deadlines and partner with team members while working remotely
• Knowledge of power delivery, including substations and transmission lines
• Knowledge of engineering scopes, including electrical, structural, civil, civil experts (hydrology, Geotech, etc.) and permitting
• Knowledge of Civil construction related to utility scale solar PV - grading, hydrology, trenching, etc

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience that