Job Title: Solar and Battery Project Cost Estimator The role of the Solar and Battery Project Cost Estimator plays a crucial part in developing accurate and comprehensive bottom-up cost estimates for solar photovoltaic (PV) and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) installations, ranging from 50kW to 5MW. This individual will be responsible for estimating costs associated with site preparation, civil work, foundations, equipment pad installations, electrical contracting, integration, and commissioning of solar and battery storage systems. Expertise in ground mount, rooftop, and carport solar installations, as well as Commercial & Industrial (C&I) and utility-scale BESS applications, is essential. • Develop detailed bottom-up cost estimates for solar + BESS projects (50kW-5MW), ensuring accuracy and comprehensiveness from initial ROM (Rough Order of Magnitude) to turnkey solutions. • Prepare estimates for site preparation, civil and structural work, foundation construction, equipment installation (including pad-mounted systems), electrical contracting, system integration, and commissioning. To ensure competitive and market-aligned pricing, the ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of industry-standard estimating tools, such as RSMeans and other relevant estimating databases. • Leverage industry-standard estimating tools to ensure competitive and market-aligned pricing. • Create, refine, and maintain internal cost-estimating tools and templates that streamline and standardize the pricing and estimating processes. This role reports directly to the Sales Engineering Manager and is part of the Project Development team within the Sales organization. The Project Cost Estimator will collaborate closely with engineering, procurement, sales, and project management teams to validate estimates and continuously refine cost assumptions and methodologies. • Collaborate closely with engineering, procurement, sales, and project management teams to validate estimates and continuously refine cost assumptions and methodologies. • Conduct detailed analysis of bids received from subcontractors and suppliers, including reviewing for completeness, accuracy, and conformity to specifications. Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, market pricing fluctuations, labor rates, and regional variations in construction costs is crucial for this position. • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, market pricing fluctuations, labor rates, and regional variations in construction costs. • Clearly document and communicate cost estimate assumptions, risk factors, and exclusions to project stakeholders.
See More Details >>Entering the wind trade in Grass Valley typically begins with specialized training and apprenticeship programs, combining hands-on experience with technical education. These programs, which can last from several months to a couple of years, provide aspiring wind professionals with the necessary skills to work on wind turbine installations and maintenance. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the wind energy sector is projected to grow by 60% from 2023 to 2033, with California leading in renewable energy employment. In Grass Valley, the median weekly wage for wind energy workers is approximately $1,395, with experienced professionals earning up to $3,464.50 weekly. Training programs and apprenticeships are available through various trade schools and industry organizations, offering a pathway to a rewarding career with significant growth potential.
