Solar & Energy Storage Estimator

Madison Energy Infrastructure; Moorestown Township (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and company holidays

401(k) and company match

Job summary

Madison Energy Infrastructure is looking for a Solar & Energy Storage Estimator to join their Development team in Moorestown Township, New Jersey. The role involves preparing detailed cost estimates, analyzing project specifications, and collaborating with various teams to optimize solar PV and battery energy storage projects.

The ideal candidate should have relevant experience in solar or energy storage, strong analytical abilities, and familiarity with tools like Procore and Bluebeam. A range of $100,000 to $150,000 in salary is offered, adjusted based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of relevant experience in solar, energy storage, or related infrastructure estimating.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong Excel skills and analytical ability.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed cost estimates for solar PV and BESS projects.
• Analyze project drawings, specifications, and proposals.
• Support BESS optimization work including lifecycle cost analysis.

Skills

Cost Estimation

Technical Analysis

BESS Optimization

Bid Management

Value Engineering

Analytical Skills

Procore Experience

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

PVsyst or similar solar modeling tools

Job description

As a Solar & Energy Storage Estimator on our Development team, you’ll prepare detailed cost estimates and support the technical and financial evaluation of solar PV and battery energy storage projects, including augmentation strategies. Working closely with engineering, development, and procurement teams, you’ll contribute to project optimization and help Madison bring competitive, well-structured bids to market. This role offers direct impact on project execution and meaningful exposure across the full project lifecycle.

What You’ll Own

• Cost Estimation – Develop detailed cost estimates for solar PV and BESS projects; maintain cost databases and estimating tools to support accuracy and consistency
• Technical Analysis – Analyze project drawings, specifications, and proposals; interpret engineering documents to identify scope and cost drivers
• BESS Optimization – Support BESS optimization work including augmentation strategy development and lifecycle cost analysis
• Bid & Procurement Management – Manage and conduct EPC bid processes using Procore; solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor pricing; assist in bid preparation and RFP responses
• Value Engineering – Identify value engineering opportunities and track market pricing trends to inform competitive positioning
• Cross‑Team Collaboration – Partner with engineering, development, and procurement teams to support project development and execution

What Will Help You Succeed

• 1–5 years of relevant experience in solar, energy storage, or related infrastructure estimating; BESS estimating experience, including familiarity with augmentation strategies and lifecycle cost analysis (preferred)
• Background in civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications
• Strong Excel skills and analytical ability
• Strong communication skills; able to collaborate effectively across engineering, development, and procurement functions
• Experience using Procore for EPC bids and familiarity with Bluebeam for estimating (preferred)
• Exposure to ISO markets or dispatch modeling (preferred)
• Familiarity with PVsyst or similar solar modeling tools (preferred)
• Knowledge of EPC structures and C&I solar + storage markets (preferred)
• PTO and company holidays
• 401(k) and company match
• Strong culture of collaboration, performance, and personal growth

$100,000 - $150,000 a year

The actual salary offered may vary depending on job‑related factors including, but not limited to knowledge, skills, experience and location.

Madison Energy Infrastructure is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.