Senior Estimator - Solar/PV

• Estimate projects in accordance with Primoris Policies and Procedures
• Is assigned as Lead Estimator and is responsible for the project estimate with some supervision of the Estimating Manager.
  • Prepares work to be estimated by gathering proposals, drawings, specifications, and related documents.
  • Identifies labor, material, and time requirements by studying proposals, drawings, specifications, and related documents.
  • Prepares estimating takeoffs from the drawings and specifications working with Engineering and CAD designers.
  • Analyzes regional labor rates and per diems to be used in the estimate.
  • Obtains quotations from vendors and subcontractors for materials and performance of tasks not being self-performed.
  • Ability to confer with engineers, vendors and subcontractors to develop Value Engineering ideas to drive project design and economics.
  • Performs risk review and develops risk register with lead estimator. Identifies mitigation strategy for each identified risk.
• Leads and guides technology selection with engineering subject matter experts.
• Generates and reviews project schedule; engineering, procurement, construction, and client deliverables. Utilizes feedback from Project Engineering and Procurement on material lead times and design durations with limited supervision from Proposal and Estimating Managers.
• Has working knowledge of company unit costs, efficiencies, work instructions, and business processes.
• Is able to solve most problems with little to no support from the Estimating Manager.
• Ability to travel to project sites to understand construction sequence, means and methods, site conditions and perform time-studies.
• Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing technical publications, visiting project sites, and reviewing internal cost reports.
• Able to work both independently and as a team, accepting assignments from Estimating Managers and delegating to Junior Estimators.
• Mentors Junior Estimators to assist in their development and professional growth.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Prefer BS degree in a business or engineering disciplined program.
• Preference given for experience in Solar, Renewable Energy, or Power Generation
• Minimum of 4-6 years’ experience estimating solar construction projects
• Detailed knowledge of estimating fundamentals
• Working knowledge of personal computers and software applications with MS office application proficiency
• Working knowledge of estimated software programs (B2W or WinEst preferred)
• Demonstrated skills in written communications; ability to compose basic as well as complex technical documents, formal letters, invoices.
• Demonstrated skills in oral communications; ability to make presentations to large, diverse groups.
• Excellent organizational, planning and time management skills.
• General understanding of Fixed Price, Time & Materials, Cost Plus and Unit contract pricing mechanisms.

Benefits and Pay:

• Paid Company Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• We provide paid sick leave as required by Colorado’s Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Short Term/Long Term Disability, 401K with matching contribution.
• Salary $125,000- $150,000 annually, dependent on experience, qualifications, and competencies

Company Overview:

Primoris Services Corporation is a premier specialty contractor providing critical infrastructure services to the utility, energy, and renewables markets throughout the United States and Canada. Built on a foundation of trust, we deliver a range of engineering, construction, and maintenance services that power, connect, and enhance society. On projects spanning utility-scale solar, renewables, power delivery, communications, and transportation infrastructure, we offer unmatched value to our clients, a safe and entrepreneurial culture to our employees, and innovation and excellence to our communities. To learn more, visit www.prim.com and follow us on social media at @PrimorisServicesCorporation.

Benefits:

• 401k w/employer match
• Health/Dental/Vision insurance plans
• Paid time off
• 10 paid holidays
• Stock purchase plan

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration
for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status,
protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Agency Statement:

We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.

Salary : $125,000 - $150,000