Senior Solar Procurement & Estimating Specialist

Rethink Electric; Wood Dale (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Workwear stipend

Job summary

Rethink Electric is looking for a Procurement professional to join the Operations Pre-Construction team. You will develop competitive project estimates, support strategic sourcing initiatives, and maintain relationships with key suppliers and subcontractors for utility-scale solar projects.

You will collaborate with estimating, engineering, and construction to ensure accurate pricing, identify cost-saving opportunities, and drive value engineering.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in estimating, procurement, project engineering, or preconstruction within renewable energy or construction.
• Experience with commercial or utility-scale solar EPC projects.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, project scheduling, and procurement processes.
• Excellent analytical and negotiation skills.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with equipment manufacturers, distributors, and subcontractors.
• Obtain competitive pricing for major equipment including electrical balance-of-system materials, medium-voltage equipment, PV modules, and racking systems.
• Support contract negotiations and commercial discussions with suppliers.
• Track market pricing trends, lead times, tariffs, and supply chain risks.
• Assist with procurement planning and early sourcing strategies.
• Prepare EPC cost estimates for commercial and distributed generation solar projects.
• Collaborate with internal teams to optimize purchasing strategies and reduce project costs.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Cost analysis

Negotiation

Financial analysis

Strong communication

Presentation skills

Team-oriented mindset

Excel proficiency

Project management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Supply Chain, Business or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Estimating software

Procurement software

Job description

Rethink Electric is looking for a Procurement professional to join the Operations Pre-Construction team. You will develop competitive project estimates, support strategic sourcing initiatives, and maintain relationships with key suppliers and subcontractors for utility-scale solar projects.

You will collaborate with estimating, engineering, and construction to ensure accurate pricing, identify cost-saving opportunities, and drive value engineering.