Lead Estimator Solar Electrical (PV) Contracting
On-siteAlbuquerque, New Mexico, United States
Job Summary
Lead all estimating efforts for government and commercial solar, EV charging, and BESS projects by reviewing plans, specifications, and bid documents. Perform quantity takeoffs and labor calculations, then solicit, evaluate, and compare subcontractor and supplier quotations to develop detailed cost estimates. Attend pre-bid meetings and site walks, identify project risks and value-engineering opportunities, and prepare proposals for company leadership review. Collaborate with project managers during handoffs, maintain estimating databases, and track bid results to analyze win/loss trends. Build strong relationships with general contractors, owners, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure successful project execution.
Required Qualifications
- strong technical knowledge of electrical systems
- solar photovoltaic (PV) systems
- battery storage solutions
- EV charging infrastructure
- concrete construction
- solar racking systems
- communications systems
- Lead all estimating efforts for government and commercial projects
- Review plans, specifications, and bid documents
- Perform quantity takeoffs and labor calculations
- Develop detailed cost estimates for: EV charging infrastructure Battery Energy Storage Systems (with and without solar) Solar PV systems, including carports, ground-mounted, and rooftop installations
- Solicit, evaluate, and compare subcontractor and supplier quotations
- Attend pre-bid meetings and site walks
- Identify project risks and value-engineering opportunities
- Prepare proposals and bid packages
- Present estimates to company leadership for review and approval
- Maintain estimating databases and historical cost records
- Collaborate closely with project managers during project handoff
- Build and maintain strong relationships with general contractors, owners, suppliers, and subcontractors
- Track bid results and analyze win/loss trends to improve estimating performance
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