Renewable Energy
Senior Estimator - Solar PV
Remote work
United States
USA
North America
Permanent
$130000 - $160000 per annum, Benefits: plus strong benefits package
A leading and growing renewable energy company is seeking a Senior Estimator to drive technical and economic proposals for utility-scale photovoltaic solar projects.
The position is an opportunity to grow your career within an EPC with international reach and an enticing US trajectory.
This role is either remote with monthly travel or at office in Dallas, working with a highly collaborative and experienced team.
The Role
Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector.
Inclusive Application Process
Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability. If you require additional support, equipment or resources in order to participate in the job application or interview process, please let us know.
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The position is an opportunity to grow your career within an EPC with international reach and an enticing US trajectory.
This role is either remote with monthly travel or at office in Dallas, working with a highly collaborative and experienced team.
The Role
- Lead on RfP requests, bidding and cost analysis for PV projects
- Coordinate with internal teams (engineering, legal, planning)
- Develop preliminary solar plant designs using industry-standard software
- Work with suppliers and subcontractors to optimize pricing and contracts
- Prepare technical and economic proposals for high-profile solar projects
- 3 years of experience in proposal engineering (Utility-Scale preferred)
- Engineering, Construction Degree or similar
- Strong people skills, sales and negotiation
- Strong knowledge of PV design measurements, estimations, preliminary layouts
- Experience with PVsyst, PVcase, AutoCAD, Terrabase and Excel
- Ability to analyze costs, assess contract specs, and negotiate with suppliers
- Passion for renewable energy and project development
- Any experience with MS Project Planning would be beneficial
Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector.
Inclusive Application Process
Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability. If you require additional support, equipment or resources in order to participate in the job application or interview process, please let us know.
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