McCarthy’s Renewable Energy Group is currently looking for an Estimating Manager with expertise in the Solar market. Solar expertise is not mandatory; individuals with a strong fundamental knowledge of productivity-based estimating will be considered, but Solar expertise is preferred. This Manager participates in all aspects of our design-phase services process from review of RFP packages, soliciting and negotiating pricing, estimating & contracting the work. In addition, this Manager will lead teams & guide strategy when it comes to the pursuit, design & procurement of work. This position can be based out of any of the following McCarthy offices: Phoenix, AZ or St. Louis, MO.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a pursuit team to develop strategy and respond to RFP’s from clients.
• Lead a pursuit team in the estimating of turnkey renewable energy projects, provide oversight to ensure timely completion and accuracy of estimates
• Lead a pursuit team to ensure alignment internally and with 3rd parties (i.e. subcontractors, vendors, etc.) on scope of work, materials, and schedule requirements & document any clarifications
• Review of commercial and technical contract documents (i.e. Scope of Work, Testing, etc.) to develop proposed edits. Leads negotiation with client & subcontractors.
• Provide support to our Business Development team as necessary to maintain relationships with our existing client base.
• Conduct site visits and inspections as necessary.
• Conduct reviews of milestone design documents for the development and pricing of value alternative opportunities.
• Lead the final assembly of cost estimates for presentation to clients.
• Collect and organize cost information & key metrics for future reference.
• Aids field operations with change order pricing if needed.
• Builds relationships with subcontractors and vendors to obtain a competitive advantage for McCarthy.
• Attends industry events and represents McCarthy to the industry in a professional capacity.
• Stay up to date with the latest estimating technology and techniques.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering and 3-5 years of equivalent experience required.
• General knowledge of construction principles and processes.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• General knowledge of the estimating process & project delivery methods.
• An understanding of detailed, productivity-based estimating including labor reporting, wage build-up, burdens, equipment/material pricing & labor markets.
• Working knowledge of estimating technology and tools such as OST and BIM related software.
• Excellent computer skills, and proficient with Microsoft Office products such as Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.
• Strong math and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Solid interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrates behaviors consistent with McCarthy’s core values.

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