Senior PV & BESS Estimator II — Remote

Cupertino Electric, Inc.; San Jose (CA); Remote; USD 123,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) is seeking a Senior Estimator II to develop and complete utility-scale solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System estimates, including self-perform and subcontracted scopes.

You will review drawings, perform quantity take-offs, prepare RFQs, and conduct bid reviews in collaboration with Estimating, Preconstruction, Project Management, Purchasing, and Engineering teams. The role reports to the Chief Estimator - Energy and requires experience with EPC estimates,

Qualifications

• Seven (7) years of estimating experience in solar PV and managing subcontracts preferred.
• Experience with design/build and Engineer, Procure, Construct (EPC).
• Experience with Accubid preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform all levels and types of estimating, planning, scheduling and cost engineering 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 & BESS knowledge

Estimating leadership

MS Office

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Project management

Team development

Education

Bachelor’s in Engineering or Construction Management

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Accubid

Bluebeam

MS Office

Job description

Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) is seeking a Senior Estimator II to develop and complete utility-scale solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System estimates, including self-perform and subcontracted scopes.

You will review drawings, perform quantity take-offs, prepare RFQs, and conduct bid reviews in collaboration with Estimating, Preconstruction, Project Management, Purchasing, and Engineering teams. The role reports to the Chief Estimator - Energy and requires experience with EPC estimates,