Estimator - Solar

North American Renewables, Inc.; Canton (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

North American Renewables, Inc. is seeking an experienced Solar Estimator to join our growing team in Massachusetts.

You will support the estimating and pre-construction process for renewable energy projects by reviewing drawings, specifications, proposals and project documents to understand scope, systems and key requirements. Responsibilities include preparing detailed estimates for labor, materials, time and costs; performing quantity take-offs and unit pricing; developing competitive

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of estimating experience in solar, electrical, or civil construction.
• Ability to read and understand civil and electrical drawings.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, and Bluebeam.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specifications, proposals, and documents to understand scope and requirements.
• Prepare detailed estimates for labor, materials, time and overall project costs.
• Prepare scopes of work, RFQs, and manage quotes from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Develop competitive pricing using market data and historical costs.
• Participate in design reviews, bid reviews, and site Walkthroughs.

Skills

Estimating experience

Reading drawings

Project coordination

Communication skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma

OSHA 10 certification

Tools

Bluebeam

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

North American Renewables (NAR) is looking for an experienced Solar Estimator to join our growing team. This position plays an important role in the estimating and pre-construction process for renewable energy projects.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Review drawings, specifications, proposals, and project documents to understand scope, systems, and key project requirements.
• Prepare detailed estimates for labor, materials, time, and overall project costs.
• Perform quantity take-offs and apply unit pricing to establish project values.
• Prepare and manage requests for quotes from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Develop competitive pricing using market knowledge, historical costs, and previous project experience.
• Prepare scopes of work, including qualifications, assumptions, and exclusions.
• Compare subcontractor and supplier pricing to evaluate overall project costs.
• Participate in design reviews, pre-construction strategy meetings, bid reviews, and site walkthroughs.
• Assist with RFP and RFQ responses and support customer scope and bid reviews.
• Develop detailed project handoff packages for construction teams.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, designers, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Research and develop relationships with new subcontractors.
• Generate RFIs throughout the bidding process.
• Help ensure estimates are accurate, competitive, and aligned with project requirements.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Minimum 3 years of estimating experience in solar, electrical, or civil construction.
• General understanding of commercial solar construction.
• Ability to read and understand civil and electrical drawings.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Bluebeam.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to analyze and solve complex problems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and confidence participating in client and scope review calls.
• Ability and reliable transportation to attend project site visits.
• High school diploma required.
• OSHA 10 certification required.

North American Renewables is committed to equal employment opportunities. NAR prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunity in all employment and hiring matters on any legally recognized basis ["protected class"] including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation or any other protected class under federal, state or local law.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.