Senior Solar Estimator - Pre-Construction Lead

SunVest Solar, LLC; United States; Sur place; USD 130 000 - 165 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Bonus opportunities

401(k) employer match

Health/vision/dental benefits

Paid time off including companyholid a

Résumé du poste

SunVest Solar, LLC in Chicago is seeking a Senior Estimator to drive cost estimates for commercial solar projects. You will analyze scope, prepare detailed bids, and coordinate with EPCs, subcontractors, and procurement to ensure competitive, accurate pricing.

This full-time role offers growth in a fast-growing renewable energy company, with exposure to multiple projects nationwide, and a compensation package including bonuses, 401(k) match, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of estimating experience, with at least 2 years in solar.
• Experience in construction cost estimation, including materials, labor, subcontractor pricing, and risk analysis.
• Proficiency in estimating software (Bluebeam, ProEst, Primavera, Excel).
• A deep passion for the renewable energy sector and a principled approach to fostering sustainable energy solutions.
• Comfortable with taking a collaborative approach to making suggestions that can improve existing processes; we value team members who are proactive in identifying opportunities for improvement and are eager to work with others to implement positive changes.
• Full-time position with competitive base salary commensurate with experience, bonus opportunities, 401(k) employer match, health/vision/dental benefits.
• Paid time off including company holidays.
• Great opportunity to work with a well-respected fast-growing company in an exciting industry.
• Opportunity for advancement.

Responsabilités

• Develop precise cost estimates for commercial solar projects.
• Coordinate with EPCs and external partners – Manage Requests for Pricing (RFPs) with EPC contractors, subcontractors, and vendors to obtain competitive and accurate cost data.
• Interpret project requirements – Review and analyze customer scope of work, project drawings, and technical specifications to develop comprehensive bid proposals.
• Source competitive pricing – Identify and solicit subcontractor and vendor bids, ensuring alignment with project scope and budget goals.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs – Break down electrical, civil, structural, and mechanical components to assess total project costs.
• Optimize project designs – Work closely with Pre-Construction, Engineering, Procurement, and Development teams to enhance cost efficiency.
• Lead the estimating process – Manage all aspects from pre-bid preparation to project handoff, ensuring estimates support financial and operational objectives.
• Analyze market trends – Utilize historical cost data to improve forecasting, budgeting, and value engineering strategies.
• Collaborate cross-functionally – Work with project sponsors, trade partners, and internal teams to refine estimating methodologies and ensure project feasibility.
• Support project execution – Ensure smooth handoff by reviewing vendor submittals and verifying compliance with design specifications.

Connaissances

Lead the estimating process

Collaborate cross-functionally

Analyze market trends

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field

Outils

Bluebeam

ProEst

Primavera

Excel

Description du poste

SunVest Solar, LLC in Chicago is seeking a Senior Estimator to drive cost estimates for commercial solar projects. You will analyze scope, prepare detailed bids, and coordinate with EPCs, subcontractors, and procurement to ensure competitive, accurate pricing.

This full-time role offers growth in a fast-growing renewable energy company, with exposure to multiple projects nationwide, and a compensation package including bonuses, 401(k) match, and comprehensive benefits.