Remote O&M Estimator for Solar & BESS

SOLV Energy; Colorado; On-site; USD 104,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid vacation, sick and holidays

Remote work

Job summary

SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services for the power sector, offering solar, battery storage, and substation projects nationwide. The O&M Estimator prepares accurate cost estimates for long-term service agreements on utility-scale solar and BESS projects.

You will analyze specifications, respond to RFPs, and work with business development, project managers, and engineers to ensure timely, precise bids.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or architectural degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of estimating experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and understand specifications and drawings.
• Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Word, Outlook).
• Exceptional Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret RFP documents, project plans, specifications, and other documentation to prepare detailed cost estimates.
• Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing.
• Accurately identify and quantify equipment and OEM requirements.
• Meet and maintain bidding schedules.
• Participate in estimate reviews.
• Work with subcontractors to define and get costs for minor scopes of work.
• Maintain vendor relationships to stay current on new equipment models and changes in manuals that may affect pricing.
• Identify risks involved in the projects.
• Assist in the preparation of risk matrix and go/no-go decisions with management.
• Meet with SMEs to validate new equipment labor metrics and maintain updated estimate templates.
• Maintain and update cost databases and estimating software or Excel estimating templates.
• Develop and maintain estimate version management process.

Skills

Engineering degree

Estimating experience

Excel

Written and verbal communication

Microsoft Word/Outlook

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/construction management or architectural degree

Tools

Estimating software

Excel

Job description

SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services for the power sector, offering solar, battery storage, and substation projects nationwide. The O&M Estimator prepares accurate cost estimates for long-term service agreements on utility-scale solar and BESS projects.

You will analyze specifications, respond to RFPs, and work with business development, project managers, and engineers to ensure timely, precise bids.