Senior Estimator – Remote PV & BESS

Cupertino Electric, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 123,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

Cupertino Electric, Inc. is seeking a Senior Estimator II for PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This remote role reports to the Chief Estimator and focuses on developing utility-scale estimates, including self-perform and subcontracted scopes.

Responsibilities include bid reviews, quantity take-offs, RFQ prep and evaluation, and subcontractor pricing analyses. Ideal candidates have 7+ years in solar PV and EPC estimating, with advanced knowledge of PV/BESS systems, and proficiency in

Qualifications

• Seven years estimating experience in solar PV and EPC environments.
• Experience with design/build and EPC concepts.
• Proficiency in takeoff, RFQs, and vendor pricing evaluation.
• Ability to work remotely and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform all levels of estimating, planning, scheduling and cost engineering activities.
• Accurately perform material quantity take-offs for renewable energy projects.
• Manage vendor relationships and RFQ processes.
• Develop and maintain subcontractor relationships and pricing analyses.
• Prepare RFQs, evaluate pricing, and reconcile scopes of work.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of utility scale

Solar PV and BESS takeoff

Estimating software: Accubid

Bluebeam take-off

MS Office

Vendor and subcontractor management

Education

Bachelor’s in Engineering

Construction Management preferred

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Accubid

Bluebeam

MS Office

Job description

Cupertino Electric, Inc. is seeking a Senior Estimator II for PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This remote role reports to the Chief Estimator and focuses on developing utility-scale estimates, including self-perform and subcontracted scopes.

Responsibilities include bid reviews, quantity take-offs, RFQ prep and evaluation, and subcontractor pricing analyses. Ideal candidates have 7+ years in solar PV and EPC estimating, with advanced knowledge of PV/BESS systems, and proficiency in