Senior Solar Estimator

 Location: Baton Rouge, LA or Remote

Reports to: Pre Construction Manager

This position is for either a Part Time or Full Time Sr. Solar Estimator to join our Clearview Solar Team. The right candidate will possess the following qualifications and be able to manage the duties and responsibilities listed below.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead, manage, and prepare various types of estimates for solar projects from conception through the start of construction
• Provide estimates for the design-build, conceptual/schematic and various stages of progress construction drawings through final contract pricing for the solar industry
• Review final construction drawings and specifications to determine final scope of work and lead pre-bid/post bid trade contractor meetings.
• Collaborate with the internal pre-construction team to ensure accurate material pricing.
• Work with internal constructability team to ensure construction means and methods.
• Possess excellent communication skills and have good client facing communication skills.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 8 years’ experience estimating in the electrical construction or industrial industry. Preference will be given to candidates with utility scale solar experience.
• Must be familiar with DC/AC and MV.
• Experience with subcontract or issuing RFQs for subcontractors.
• Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, electrical engineering, or related discipline preferred
• Commercial rooftop and utility scale ground mount experience is preferred.
• Strong computer skills are a necessity, such as MS Office / Excel / PowerPoint / Word, including familiarity with construction project management applications and estimating software.
• Strong Estimating and Project Scheduling background
• Ability to read, interpret and understand plans proficiently is a requirement
• Ability to read specifications and understand the subject matter
• Ability to perform accurate quantity survey take-offs