WHO WE ARE
CoVolt Power is a leading utility-scale EPC (Engineering, Procurement &
Construction) company specializing in the design and delivery of solar, battery
energy storage (BESS), and high-voltage infrastructure. Since its founding in
2005, the company has built a reputation for de-risking project delivery and
providing creative, integrated solutions that span the power and digital
infrastructure sectors.
Consistently ranked as a top-tier EPC, CoVolt Power leverages a mission-driven
approach to safety and quality, delivering thousands of megawatts in renewable
assets that support a more resilient and sustainable energy future for
developers, utilities, independent power producers (IPPs), and data center
operators across North America.
THE ROLE
We are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to lead preconstruction
estimating efforts for utility-scale solar and battery energy storage (BESS)
projects across the United States. This is an exciting opportunity to play a
critical role in developing competitive project solutions that help accelerate
the clean energy transition.
The ideal candidate brings strong utility-scale renewable energy experience,
advanced cost estimating expertise, and the ability to lead estimating teams in
a fast-paced EPC environment. You will collaborate with business development,
procurement, preconstruction, and operations teams to develop winning project
strategies from initial pursuit through project execution.
This position is remote and will involve occasional travel for pre-bid site
visits & client page turns. Utility-scale Solar or BESS estimating experience is
required.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Preconstruction & Bid Development
Lead estimating efforts for utility-scale solar and battery energy storage
projects.
Develop accurate and competitive project estimates utilizing self-perform and
subcontractor pricing.
Review RFPs, drawings, specifications, schedules, and design criteria to
determine project scope and estimate requirements.
Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and validate estimate assumptions.
Develop and distribute subcontractor bid packages while driving competitive
pricing strategies.
Analyze historical project data and market trends to strengthen estimate
accuracy.
Manage and mentor supporting estimators throughout the pursuit process.
Review, normalize, and evaluate subcontractor proposals and provide
recommendation analyses.
Prepare pricing proposals and supporting documentation for client
submissions.
Contract Award & Project Transition
Support contract negotiations and pricing updates throughout the award
process.
Partner with Procurement to finalize subcontractor scopes, budgets, and
schedules.
Develop project phase codes and reporting structures for project controls.
Conduct budget tracking and estimate-to-actual variance analysis to improve
future estimating accuracy.
Lead estimate review meetings and facilitate a seamless turnover to
Operations and Project Management teams.
Construction Support
Partner with project teams to evaluate change orders and cost impacts.
Provide estimating expertise and historical project knowledge during project
execution.
Support resolution of design, procurement, and subcontractor-related issues
throughout construction.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Energy Systems,
Energy Economics, Business, or a related field.
3-5 years of estimating experience supporting utility-scale energy, power,
electrical, renewable energy, or heavy civil construction projects.
Demonstrated experience estimating utility-scale solar and/or battery energy
storage (BESS) projects.
Experience developing detailed cost estimates, quantity takeoffs, and bid
proposals.
Strong understanding of EPC project delivery and preconstruction processes.
Electrical takeoff experience and knowledge of major electrical systems.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
5+ years of estimating experience supporting utility-scale energy, power,
electrical, renewable energy, or heavy civil construction projects.
Experience with projects ranging from 100 MWdc to 1,000 MWdc
Estimating experience in a self-perform construction environment
Experience managing or mentoring junior estimators
Experience soliciting, evaluating, and negotiating subcontractor proposals
Familiarity with B2W, Procore, SharePoint, and Microsoft Project
Understanding of renewable energy design, electrical engineering, or
utility-scale construction methodologies.
SUCCESS IN THIS ROLE
You are a collaborative leader who combines technical estimating expertise with
sound business judgment. You thrive in complex, fast-moving environments, enjoy
solving challenging problems, and are driven by delivering accurate estimates
that position projects for successful execution.
Your ability to analyze risk, evaluate market conditions, build strong
subcontractor relationships, and lead cross-functional teams will directly
impact the success of our renewable energy projects.
Reports to: Manager, Estimating
Key Partnerships: Estimators, Pursuit Managers, Business Development,
Preconstruction Project Engineers, Preconstruction Project Managers,
Procurement, Operations, Customers, Consulting Engineers, Vendors, and
Subcontractors.
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CoVolt Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer and uses E-Verify.
We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for positions
posted on our careers page. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative,
contact the CoVolt Power Talent Acquisition Manager directly at
talent.acquisition@covolt.com for consideration. CoVolt Power or its affiliates
will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online
response forms through this source. In addition, CoVolt Power or its affiliates
will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted
to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. CoVolt Power has established
an approved vendor program for this service, and will only consider accepting
submissions from those approved firms.