Remote O&M Estimator for Solar & BESS Projects

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Vacation, sick and holiday pay

Job summary

SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation projects nationwide. The O&M Estimator will prepare accurate, competitive cost estimates for long-term service agreements on solar and BESS projects, collaborating with BD, PMs, and engineers, with focus on timely delivery.

This fully remote role will discuss location specifics during interview; candidate should

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or architectural degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working knowledge of utility scale solar and BESS standard equipment and operation.
• Electrical and/or utility scale solar or BESS Operations and Maintenance experience is a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years of estimating experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to read and understand specifications and drawings.
• Ability to make accurate judgments and calculations.
• Strong computer skills (e.g., 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 good vendor relationships to stay current on new equipment models and changes in manuals which may affect pricing.
• Identify risks involved in the projects.
• Assist in the preparation of risk matrix and go/no-go decision with management.
• Meet with various SME’s to validate new equipment labor metrics and maintain updated estimate template.
• Maintain and update cost databases and estimating software or excel estimating templates.
• Develop and maintain estimate version management process.
• Strong organizational skills: ability to manage multiple pricing efforts at once and meet deadlines.
• Stay current with industry trends, regulations, and best practices.

Skills

Excellent communication

Reading specifications and drawings

Strong math and calculations

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Job description

SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation projects nationwide. The O&M Estimator will prepare accurate, competitive cost estimates for long-term service agreements on solar and BESS projects, collaborating with BD, PMs, and engineers, with focus on timely delivery.

This fully remote role will discuss location specifics during interview; candidate should