Project Estimator

The Project Estimator II – Civil is responsible for all aspects of civil estimation on both solar PV and battery energy storage projects (BESS). This role will be responsible for coordinating alignment for comprehensive and accurate civil takeoffs with internal and external engineering teams to meet project/estimate requirements. The estimator will be responsible for gathering data from Strata’s self-perform civil teams in addition to industry data from subcontractors. The estimator will develop and implement tools and process to increase the efficiency and accuracy of civil bids. The estimator will produce estimates to bid and win highly profitable projects. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the coordination of cost information, labor production, subcontractor and vendor pricing, owner information, and supporting reconciliation of actual costs to estimated costs.

Summary:

We’re leading the industry in sustainable energy careers. We understand that our employees are the lifeblood of the company. We strive to align company goals with those of our employees. We’re constantly innovating to make a difference for our customers, our employees, and our planet. Our mission is to make a difference by developing cost-efficient alternatives to traditional energy sources, without long-term dependence on government subsidies. We’re leading the industry in sustainable energy careers. We hope you’ll join us.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create civil inputs for solar and BESS project estimates
• Complete quantity takeoffs, summations of material proposal comparisons, and estimate summary sheets
• Solicit bid estimates from trade contractors
• Solicit new bidders when needed, and gather necessary documents for inclusion in future projects
• Interface routinely with Engineering to support new technology and innovation initiatives with cost and other commercial considerations.
• Interface routinely with Project Controls to track actual cost data versus estimates and refine estimate databases as necessary based on actuals.
• Prepare contractor and vendor proposal comparisons and estimate summary sheets for various construction scopes, i.e. mechanical installation, electrical installation, civil earthwork, etc.
• Help in preparing, organizing and coordinating Request for Proposal documents and schedules, utilizing schedule information to estimate General Conditions and other schedule-driven items.
• Determine all pricing options and the appropriate price for the project.
• Perform archive filing and historical cost data gathering.
• Assist business analysts in generation of pricing trend data for future projections
• Participate as a project team member
• Participate in plan and estimate review meetings, other project review meetings and site investigations, as needed
• Gather information from local government and private entities that may affect project (i.e. permits, licenses, etc.)
• Provide direction to new Estimators and Engineers as they enter the company

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• BA or BS in engineering, construction management, or related field; 5+ years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in estimating utility solar project and BESS projects. Construction experience preferred.
• Experience in estimating ground mounted projects to include civil and site preparation costs relating to post driven or drill & set foundations, trenching, storm water management, and general site productivity given site specific sub-surface and related geotechnical, hydrological and local climate information.
• Experience with projects over $100M.
• Working knowledge of industry related EPC operations and procedures.
• Experience in interconnect, substation and gen-tie estimating.
• Knowledge and experience in EPC estimating practices and methods, including demonstrated ability to organize, perform, and present cost estimating products.
• Skilled in the calculation of productivity-affected burdened labor rates and the impact of civil, subsurface and storm-water conditions.
• In-depth knowledge of project schedules and ability to predict/extrapolate costs curves based on experience of scheduled- activities/cost correlation analysis.
• Knowledgeable of manual labor performance, equipment production and derivation of composite craft/category labor rates.
• Management experience preferred; proven leadership experience strongly preferred.
• Excellent time management, organization skills and attention to detail.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

• Work is performed in an office environment and in the field. Must be able to sit, stand, bend, twist and lift up to 20 pounds.

About Us

Strata Clean Energy is a leading developer, EPC, and service provider for utility-scale solar and storage systems in the United States. We control and self-perform all processes from our nationwide solar and storage developments, to construction, O&M, and Asset Management.

Our employees are empowered to drive our business in a collaborative, creative, and passion-driven environment that fosters long-term professional growth. There is a lot to learn at Strata, but we’re here to help you give your best and have a good time doing it.

At Strata, you’re part of something big. We’re leading the industry in sustainable energy careers. We are driving innovation to make a difference for our customers, our employees, and our planet. Join us in powering the future.

Strata Solar is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Strata Solar is an equal employment and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable law.