Solar Estimator-Project Engineer

Overview

Estimate and manage solar project costs from design through construction start.

Key Responsibilities

• design support
• drawing review
• contractor liaison
• cost estimating
• value engineering
• team training

Tasks

-Assist design team and owners to make intelligent/informed decisions to keep the design program and project budget on track -Review final construction drawings and specifications to determine final scope of work and lead pre-bid/post bid trade contractor meetings -Establish and maintain good business relationships with trade contractors and vendors to assure the support and interest on pre-construction solar projects -Provide estimates for the design build, conceptual/schematic and various stages of progress construction drawings thru final contract pricing for the solar industry -Prepare and track estimates as the design drawings progress, including, value-engineering analysis -Provide support to the team, including training of Junior Staff -Lead, manage, and prepare various types of estimates for solar projects ranging from $10 million to $200 million in size from conception through the start of construction

Requirements

• estimating
• scheduling
• ms office
• accubid
• bluebeam
• bachelor's

What You Bring

-Communicate and interact with the project owner, design consultants and Moss staff with the most professional demeanor -Ability to read specifications and understand the subject matter -Experience in the solar industry is preferred but not required -Strong Estimating and Project Scheduling background -Strong communication and interpersonal skills and are required to interface directly with owners' representatives, the A/E team, building departments and other team members -Ability to perform accurate quantity survey take-offs -Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, electrical engineering or related discipline -Two + years experience working for an Electrical Contractor in an estimating capacity or working for a GC with primary electrical estimating responsibilities -Minimum 2 years experience estimating in the construction industry -Ability to read, interpret and understand plans proficiently is a requirement -Strong computer skills are a necessity, such as MS Office / Excel / PowerPoint / Word, including familiarity with construction project management applications and estimating software (Accubid and Bluebeam)

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About Moss & Associates (Construction)

-The company has built a diverse portfolio, delivering projects across residential, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure sectors. -The company stands out for its ability to manage complex, large-scale projects, including high-profile government and private sector contracts. -Specializing in heavy civil work, the company has helped transform urban landscapes, constructing roads, bridges, and critical infrastructure. -Embracing a forward-thinking approach, the company integrates cutting-edge construction technologies to improve efficiency and quality. -The company has gained a reputation for its strong leadership, project management excellence, and unwavering commitment to timely project completion.

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