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Signal Energy .
We are currently searching for an ambitious Estimator for Solar Energy Projects. We are looking for a leader with a proven track record. We need a talented individual who can help us rise to the challenge of building the energy of the future in the competitive and exciting industry of Solar. This position will be located in our Houston, TX office with a potential hybrid schedule. Experience in solar is required.
Responsibilities Bid Phase
Directly contribute to winning future work by developing competitive yet accurate project budgets.
Review client RFP documents to determine scope, schedule, and design criteria, perform/review detailed material takeoffs from design documents and drawings, and develop proposal documents for submission to customers.
Develop subcontractor bid packages, strategically solicit pricing and drive competitive and innovative solutions.
Answer subcontractor RFIs, evaluate and statistically normalize received bids, make tactful selections and cost recommendations.
Post-Award Phase
Support contract negotiations for the client and subcontractor scopes and updates to the project pricing or schedule.
Support procurement to finalize subcontractor scopes, schedules and budgets to align with bid phase commitments.
Complete budget tracking and cost variance analysis for all prepared project estimates to yield statistically informed decisions.
Construction Phase
Support Projects team with response to subcontractor change orders and other construction-related issues.
Provide historical context to design decisions and vendor/subcontractor selections.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Strong coordination skills to support a cross-functional team; time management, active listening, verbal and written communication, critical thinking, analytics and reasoning skills.
Superior attention to detail, self-motivated but driven by team success, ability to learn quickly and independently.
Excellent mathematical skills for problem solving.
Ability to identify problems and adapt as necessary.
Computer literacy; MS Office proficiency (strong Excel skills a must, MS Project skills preferred), Procore experience a plus.
Driven by natural curiosity and a results-driven problem-solving mentality.
Education / Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Energy Economics, Energy Systems, Data Analytics or related areas.
Prior estimating and/or cost analysis experience required.
Familiarity with solar required.
Familiarity with electrical design components and/or engineering considered a plus.
Estimating in a self-perform environment preferred.
Some experience in Subcontract tendering and response evaluation a plus.
Signal Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and uses E-Verify.
We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for positions posted on our careers page. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Signal Energy Constructors Talent Acquisition Manager directly at talent.acquisition@signalenergy.com for consideration.
Seniority level:
Associate
Employment type:
Full-time
Job function:
Sales, Business Development, and General Business
Industries:
Construction, Renewable Energy, Semiconductor Manufacturing, Utilities
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Estimator
role at
Signal Energy .
We are currently searching for an ambitious Estimator for Solar Energy Projects. We are looking for a leader with a proven track record. We need a talented individual who can help us rise to the challenge of building the energy of the future in the competitive and exciting industry of Solar. This position will be located in our Houston, TX office with a potential hybrid schedule. Experience in solar is required.
Responsibilities Bid Phase
Directly contribute to winning future work by developing competitive yet accurate project budgets.
Review client RFP documents to determine scope, schedule, and design criteria, perform/review detailed material takeoffs from design documents and drawings, and develop proposal documents for submission to customers.
Develop subcontractor bid packages, strategically solicit pricing and drive competitive and innovative solutions.
Answer subcontractor RFIs, evaluate and statistically normalize received bids, make tactful selections and cost recommendations.
Post-Award Phase
Support contract negotiations for the client and subcontractor scopes and updates to the project pricing or schedule.
Support procurement to finalize subcontractor scopes, schedules and budgets to align with bid phase commitments.
Complete budget tracking and cost variance analysis for all prepared project estimates to yield statistically informed decisions.
Construction Phase
Support Projects team with response to subcontractor change orders and other construction-related issues.
Provide historical context to design decisions and vendor/subcontractor selections.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Strong coordination skills to support a cross-functional team; time management, active listening, verbal and written communication, critical thinking, analytics and reasoning skills.
Superior attention to detail, self-motivated but driven by team success, ability to learn quickly and independently.
Excellent mathematical skills for problem solving.
Ability to identify problems and adapt as necessary.
Computer literacy; MS Office proficiency (strong Excel skills a must, MS Project skills preferred), Procore experience a plus.
Driven by natural curiosity and a results-driven problem-solving mentality.
Education / Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Energy Economics, Energy Systems, Data Analytics or related areas.
Prior estimating and/or cost analysis experience required.
Familiarity with solar required.
Familiarity with electrical design components and/or engineering considered a plus.
Estimating in a self-perform environment preferred.
Some experience in Subcontract tendering and response evaluation a plus.
Signal Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and uses E-Verify.
We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for positions posted on our careers page. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Signal Energy Constructors Talent Acquisition Manager directly at talent.acquisition@signalenergy.com for consideration.
Seniority level:
Associate
Employment type:
Full-time
Job function:
Sales, Business Development, and General Business
Industries:
Construction, Renewable Energy, Semiconductor Manufacturing, Utilities
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