Lead Estimator (Solar)

TL;DR

Lead Estimator (Solar): Leading the estimating team through procurement and bidding processes for utility-scale solar projects with an accent on technical compliance, cost accuracy, and risk management. Focus on mentoring team members, driving process improvements, and supporting negotiations to secure high-profile infrastructure projects.

Location: Onsite in Avon, MN

Salary: $110,617 - $160,396

Company

A leader in renewable energy construction with over 115 years of experience, specializing in utility-scale wind, solar, and energy storage projects across the U.S.

What you will do

• Serve as a subject matter expert and lead the estimating team through all phases of procurement and bidding.
• Coordinate complex bid efforts, ensuring accuracy, technical compliance, and alignment across disciplines.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to team members while setting performance standards.
• Champion process improvements and new initiatives within the estimating discipline.
• Support negotiations and participate in client presentations to secure new work.
• Identify and calculate project safety requirements and risks into bids.

Requirements

• Must have 8+ years of progressive estimating and preconstruction experience with increasing levels of responsibility.
• Must have 4+ years of construction or engineering education or equivalent combination of technical training and experience.
• Advanced knowledge of construction markets, estimating strategies, cost control, and scheduling.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings, purchase orders, and contracts.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• High proficiency in computer estimating software (HCSS Heavy Bid preferred).

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive pay with 401(k) and company match.
• 100% employer-paid HDHP insurance premiums.
• HSA and FSA options.
• Dental and Vision insurance.
• Education assistance and tuition reimbursement.
• On-site gym and a focus on work-life balance.