About us The pride of our company is our people. Their skills and dedication to safety, integrity, innovation and quality are what makes us successful. Which is why, when it comes to our employees, we are committed to providing career opportunities designed with them in mind. Thorstad Companies is an expanding general contractor, in Minnesota, focused on providing the best construction value. We achieve this mission through our unwavering commitment to building quality relationships with our employees, customers, vendors, subcontractors and the communities in which we live and work. Our focus is in renewable energy construction. The big picture Thorstad Companies is seeking a Renewables Estimator. This position will be responsible for providing leadership and managing the operational and financial aspects of construction projects to be completed on schedule, within budget and in compliance with Company safety and quality procedures and policies. The Renewables Project Manager/Estimator is also responsible for fostering relationships with new and potential clients, identifying potential leads and developing project proposals and estimates. As a member of the leadership team, this position also acts as a cultural manager by ensuring that the company's fundamental values and beliefs are followed and maintained. • Responsible for gathering, calculating and compiling data for use in estimates and preparing routine estimates • Attend project meetings, pre-bid meetings, and perform site investigations as assigned. • Conduct plan and estimate reviews for projects. • Complete pre-construction survey and other preliminary documents. • Solicit subcontractor and/or supplier quotations or scheduling input as required for the project and award contracts to selected subcontractors • Coordinate with other members of the team for completion of the proposal. • Create, read, edit and understand contracts, subcontracts, service agreements, purchase agreements and correlate quotes to the main scope and contract. • Review all bids for their entirety and compliance with contract. • Establish labor needs and confer with Human Resources. • Develop and complete project schedule. • Build relationships and champion company culture • Daily, set exemplary standards of ethics and stewardship of company resources, function as a team player and help maintain trust and communication. • Strives to exhibit and apply company values to all interactions and build/maintain relationships with company stakeholders (employees, clients, subcontractors, community members, regulatory bodies, etc.). • Shares knowledge of lessons learned, company values, and employees' skills and abilities. • Ensures direct reports and the site team utilize professionalism while interfacing with vendors, subcontractors, landowners and other community members. Required qualifications • 15+ years construction experience • Ability to work effectively with a variety of internal and external constituencies from varied and diverse backgrounds, including line and executive staff, and persons representing industry, corporate, government, and community-based organizations • Able to adapt communication style to the and possess a high degree of active listening skills • Must demonstrate emotional intelligence; being aware of the motions of self and others • Strong interpersonal, team building, customer service, communication, problem solving, planning and leadership skills. • Detail orientated with the ability and organization to manage multiple projects and tasks. • Current driver's license • Must be able to speak and understand English • Requires ability to read plans Qualifications • Ability to speak Spanish is a plus Benefits • Competitive compensation • Profit sharing • Per diem • Lodging covered or reimbursed • 401K with company match • Health, dental, short-term, long-term insurance • PTO • Paid holidays • Education assistance Job Posted by ApplicantPro #J-18808-Ljbffr
See More Details >>Overview Position Title: Director, Grid Campaigns Department: Development & Public Affairs Reporting To: SVP, Development & Public Affairs Who We Are: The American Council on Renewable Energy (ACORE) is the nation’s leading voice on the issues most essential to clean energy expansion – and we’ve been doing it for over 20 years. The ACORE staff bring decades of experience, passion, and dedication to their jobs, which translates into tenacious execution for our members and partners in driving the clean energy revolution forward. We believe in a clean energy future. We also believe in enjoying where you work. ACORE is proud to be named by The Nonprofit Times as one of the best nonprofits to work for in 2023. Who We’re Looking For: ACORE is seeking a director to manage campaigns related to our grid and transmission strategy including the implementation of the Macro Grid Initiative (MGI), an educational program focused on bolstering the nation’s transmission capacity by building new high-voltage regional and interregional power lines, deploying advanced transmission technologies, and developing an offshore grid. The Director oversees day-to-day coordination with regional partners and allies, and supports advocacy at the federal, regional, and state levels. This position is ideal for a policy-savvy campaigner with subject-matter expertise in transmission and clean energy, strong coalition-building experience, and excellent communication and project management skills. What You’ll Do Program Leadership & Coordination • Play a key role in ACORE’s engagement on grid policy — coordinating with team members across the organization to maximize impact of the MGI program and promote alignment with ACORE’s strategic objectives. • Manage and implement MGI’s national-regional-state strategy to promote high-voltage regional and interregional transmission and grid upgrades. • Supervise two MGI team members and designated consultants and serve as the primary day-to-day lead for internal and external teams working on grid campaigns, including staff, consultants, and regional partners. • Represent ACORE in external meetings, conferences, and coalition convenings. Program Operations & Grant Support • Track and report on campaign deliverables, milestones, and partner activities ensuring accountability to funders and stakeholders. • Maintain organized records and summaries of campaign activities for reporting, coordination, and evaluation purposes. • Support fundraising efforts to renew and expand funding. Federal & Regional Advocacy Support • Oversee engagement with regional clean energy partners including: management of subgrants, the coordination of regional engagement in Washington, D.C., and promotion of interregional planning efforts. • Cultivate relationships with strategically aligned organizations to advance pro-transmission reform in federal venues. Communication & External Engagement • Guide campaign communications and Speakers’ Bureau strategy and create communications materials, including op-eds, fact sheets, talking points, slide decks, blogs, and briefings. • Lead rollout of reports, briefings, and webinars, contributing as an author when appropriate. The Must-Haves • Proven project and team management skills, with experience supervising staff or consultants and coordinating across teams. • Strong coalition-building, stakeholder engagement, and relationship management abilities. • 7+ years of experience in energy policy, advocacy campaigns, or nonprofit program leadership, ideally with a focus on transmission or infrastructure. • Knowledge of federal and regional energy policy processes, particularly at FERC, DOE, and RTOs/ISOs. • Excellent writing and presentation skills, including the ability to translate technical topics for broad audiences with demonstrated success placing and disseminating materials. • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-directed. • Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree a plus. The Perks of Working at ACORE • Competitive salary. • Robust health care options. • Generous vacation policy with 15 vacation days in your first year. • 11 federal holidays, plus the week between Christmas and New Years. • Paid parental leave. • Hybrid work schedule with three days a week in the DC office. • 401(k) retirement plan that includes an employer contribution. • Educational assistance program. • Talented team members who care deeply about our mission and one another. Non-Discrimination: ACORE is committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Compensation: $135,000-$160,000
See More Details >>Position Title: Director, Events Department: Finance, Strategy & Events Reporting To: Chief of Staff Supervises: Manager, Events Based in: Washington, D.C. Metro Area Overview Who We Are: The American Council on Renewable Energy (ACORE) has been the nation’s leading voice on the issues most essential to clean energy expansion for over 20 years. The ACORE staff brings decades of experience, passion, and dedication to their jobs, translating into tenacious execution for our members and partners in driving the clean energy revolution forward. We believe in a clean energy future. We also believe in enjoying where you work. ACORE is proud to be named by The Nonprofit Times as one of the best nonprofits to work for in 2023. Who We’re Looking For: ACORE is seeking a Director of Events to inform the strategy, design, and execution of the organization’s convenings, building on our existing best-in-class events. From large-scale conferences to intimate salon dinners, the Director will ensure every ACORE event advances our mission, elevates our brand, and delivers measurable value to members and stakeholders. In addition to stewarding ACORE’s flagship events, this leader will play a central role in developing new, revenue-generating event concepts that expand ACORE’s impact and financial sustainability. Key Job Duties Event Production & Management • Maintain best-in-class standards for event design, execution, and attendee experience. • Oversee planning and execution for three annual conferences, plus a portfolio of workshops, webinars, dinners, and receptions. • Develop and manage event budgets, monitor expenses and revenue, and report regularly on performance. • Negotiate contracts with hotels, venues, and service providers to achieve cost savings and maximize value. • Coordinate on the creation of event marketing plans, promotional signage and collateral with the Senior Marketing Manager. Programming & Content Development • Lead internal collaboration with policy and engagement team to shape compelling and marketable event agendas that translate technical policy expertise into engaging audience programming. • Guide the selection of event speakers to ensure diversity of perspectives and topics across all conferences and event programs; ensure appropriate coordination and preparation for all speakers. Leadership & Collaboration • Manage and support the Events Manager, fostering professional development and career growth. • Assist the Chief of Staff in developing and refining the strategy and annual roadmap for ACORE events. • Collaborate with marketing, communications, and membership teams to ensure events are promoted effectively, marketed, and leveraged for sponsorship, member, and media engagement. Evaluation & Innovation • Work across the organization to create and scale new event offerings that drive additional revenue and enhance stakeholder engagement. • Identify market gaps and member needs to propose new events or event formats to strengthen ACORE’s position within the marketplace. • Collect and analyze attendee feedback to continuously improve event quality. • Track event metrics, trends, and best practices to drive innovation and ensure competitive positioning. The Must-Haves: • Bachelor’s degree required (CMP/CMM designation a plus) • 5+ years of event and conference planning experience • Outstanding problem-solving skills and the ability to think on your feet • Strong project management skills and the ability to handle several complex projects in a fast-paced environment. • Commitment to customer service • Experience interacting with C-Level professionals and Policymakers • Ability to occasionally work during non-business hours and travel (about 10%) The Perks of Working at ACORE: • Competitive salary. • Robust health care options. • Generous vacation policy with 15 vacation days in your first year. • 11 federal holidays, plus the week between Christmas and New Year’s. • Paid parental leave. • Hybrid work schedule (3 days per week in the office). • 401(k) retirement plan that includes an employer contribution. • Educational assistance program. • Talented team members who care deeply about our mission and one another. Non-Discrimination ACORE is committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Compensation: $100,000-$120,000
See More Details >>Entering the wind energy sector in Alexandria, VA, often begins with specialized training programs that blend practical experience with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. These programs typically span several months to two years, requiring extensive hands-on training under experienced professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a nationwide employment of 9,566 people in the wind power industry, with projections indicating a 4.6% annual growth rate through 2029. In Alexandria, VA, aspiring wind energy professionals can expect to earn an average of $1,360 per week, with experienced technicians earning upwards of $8,800 annually. Training programs offered by trade schools, industry associations, and platforms like Stream Marine Training provide aspiring wind energy professionals with the necessary skills and certifications to embark on a rewarding career with strong earning potential.
