Project Estimator jobs in Durham, NC

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Project Estimator
  • Strata Clean Energy, LLC
  • Durham, NC OTHER
  • About Us

    Strata Clean Energy is a leading developer, EPC, and service provider for utility-scale solar and storage systems in the United States. We control and self-perform all processes from our nationwide solar and storage developments, to construction, O&M, and Asset Management.

     

    Our employees are empowered to drive our business in a collaborative, creative, and passion-driven environment that fosters long-term professional growth. There is a lot to learn at Strata, but we’re here to help you give your best and have a good time doing it.

     

    At Strata, you’re part of something big. We’re leading the industry in sustainable energy careers. We are driving innovation to make a difference for our customers, our employees, and our planet. Join us in powering the future.

     

    Overview

    The Project Estimator tracks and maintains industry cost data, provides pricing strategies, and produces estimates to bid and win highly profitable projects. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the coordination of cost information, labor productions, subcontractor and vendor pricing, owner information, and supporting reconciliation of actual costs to estimated costs. 

    Responsibilities

    • Create utility scale solar project estimates.
    • Complete quantity takeoffs, summations of material proposal comparisons, and estimate summary sheets.
    • Solicit bid estimates from trade contractors.
    • Solicit new bidders when needed and gather necessary documents for inclusion in future projects. 
    • Interface routinely with Engineering to support new technology and innovation initiatives with cost and other commercial considerations.
    • Interface routinely with Project Management to track actual cost data versus estimates and refine estimate databases as necessary based on actuals.
    • Prepares contractor and vendor proposal comparisons and estimate summary sheets for various construction scopes, i.e., mechanical installation, electrical installation, civil earthwork, etc.
    • Help in preparing, organizing, and coordinating Request for Proposal documents and schedules, utilizing schedule information to estimate General Conditions and other schedule-driven items.
    • Determine all pricing options and the appropriate price for the project.
    • Perform archive filing and historical cost data gathering.
    • Assist business analysts in generation of pricing trend data for future projections.
    • Participate as a project team member.
    • Participate in plan and estimate review meetings, other project review meetings and site investigations, as needed.
    • Gather information from local government and private entities that may affect project (i.e. permits, licenses, etc.).
    • Contribute electrical and mechanical installation experience and knowledge to improve project economics and reduce project risk. 
    • Provide direction to new Estimators and Engineers as they enter the company.

     

    Qualifications

    • BA or BS in engineering, construction management, or related field; 5 years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
    • Experience in estimating utility scale solar projects. Construction experience highly preferred, especially mechanical/electrical/performance.
    • Experience in estimating ground mounted projects to include civil and site preparation costs relating to post driven or drill & set foundations, trenching, storm water management, and general site productivity given site specific sub-surface and related geotechnical, hydrological, and local climate information.
    • Experience in estimating and value-engineering project mechanical and electrical technology choices based on site-specific conditions.
    • Experience with projects over $20M/20MW.
    • Working knowledge of industry related EPC operations and procedures.
    • Experience in interconnect, substation and gen-tie estimating.
    • Knowledge and experience in EPC estimating practices and methods, including demonstrated ability to organize, perform, and present cost estimating products.
    • Skilled in the calculation of productivity-affected burdened labor rates and the impact of civil, subsurface, storm-water conditions, and system mechanical/electrical configuration.
    • In-depth knowledge of project schedules and ability to predict/extrapolate costs curves based on experience of scheduled- activities/cost correlation analysis.
    • Knowledgeable of manual labor performance, equipment production, and derivation of composite craft/category labor rates.
    • Management experience preferred; proven leadership experience strongly preferred.
    • Excellent time management, organization skills, and attention to detail.
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

     

    No third party solicitations or resumes will be accepted for this or any other Strata Solar position. 

     

    Strata Solar is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.  Strata Solar is an equal employment and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable law.

  • 21 Days Ago

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Project Estimator
  • Diversified Fall Protection
  • Holly Springs, NC FULL_TIME
  • Company Description: At Diversified Fall Protection, we're passionate about saving lives. As the national leader in delivering integrated safety solutions, we're obsessed with our customers' mission o...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Project Manager/Estimator - Wilson
  • Fred Smith Company
  • Wilson, NC FULL_TIME
  • Fred Smith Company is currently searching for an experienced Project Manager/Estimator for our Wilson location. We are a self-perform heavy civil contractor working in North Carolina. Pay will be comm...
  • 23 Days Ago

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Construction Project Estimator
  • Vanir Installed Sales
  • Smithfield, NC FULL_TIME
  • An Estimator uses their knowledge to provide detailed estimates for client projects, including cost estimates, work time estimates, and overall customer satisfaction. Full training is provided on site...
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Project Manager / Estimator
  • Rdu Paving, Inc.
  • Raleigh, NC FULL_TIME
  • RDU Paving is looking for a team player that builds positive relationships with co-workers, employees, vendors, suppliers, and customers. RDU Paving provides a positive working environment with strong...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Assistant Estimator / Project Manager
  • RDU Paving, Inc
  • Raleigh, NC FULL_TIME
  • RDU Paving, Inc. is a site development contractor in the Raleigh Durham area. We hold an Unlimited Building and Highway license and frequently bid as the General/Prime Contractor directly to the owner...
  • 13 Days Ago

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Project Manager
  • Gahagan & Bryant Associates Inc.
  • Cary, NC
  • Project Manager - Staff Augmentation for Compli LLC Compli LLC provides project management services for the construction...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Front-End Software Engineer | Adobe Commerce
  • Kadro Solutions, Inc.
  • Raleigh, NC
  • Kadro is seeking an experienced Adobe Commerce Front-End Software Engineer to join our rapidly expanding team. Candidate...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Infra PM- Server- Datacenter
  • Tanisha Systems
  • Durham, NC
  • Infra PM- Server- Datacenter Farmers Branch, Texas Onsite Role The role requires in depth knowledge various components o...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Software Engineer | Adobe Commerce
  • Kadro Solutions, Inc.
  • Raleigh, NC
  • Kadro is seeking an experienced Adobe Commerce Software Engineer to join our rapidly expanding team. Candidates will be ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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IT Project Manager - POS Implementations Experience - Remote
  • Harbor Freight Tools
  • Raleigh, NC
  • The IT Project Manager is responsible for all aspects of project management for an assigned portfolio through the entire...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Construction Cost Controller
  • WolfSpeed Inc.
  • Durham, NC
  • At Wolfspeed, we do amazing things in a human way. We know that the achievements of our organization are due to the pass...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Electrical Estimator
  • NorthPoint Search Group
  • Durham, NC
  • Our client, a thriving Electrical Construction company located in Durham, NC, is currently seeking a dedicated and exper...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Electrical Project Estimator
  • Task Electric
  • Raleigh, NC
  • Job Description Job Description General Summary of the Position The Electrical Estimator is responsible for the study, e...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

Durham is a city in and the county seat of Durham County in the U.S. state of North Carolina. The U.S. Census Bureau estimated the city's population to be 251,893 as of July 1, 2014, making it the 4th-most populous city in North Carolina, and the 78th-most populous city in the United States. Durham is the core of the four-county Durham-Chapel Hill Metropolitan Area, which has a population of 542,710 as of U.S. Census 2014 Population Estimates. The US Office of Management and Budget also includes Durham as a part of the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill Combined Statistical Area, which has a populatio...
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Income Estimation for Project Estimator jobs
$64,626 to $80,627
Durham, North Carolina area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

Project Estimator
Develop schedules for estimate preparation, defining resource requirements for estimate deliverables, review of Client task request for estimate deliverables, and documents and publication involving impacts to probable project/program cost.
December 01, 2022
Assists with cost verification on bill of material changes and product updates in order to ensure the most up-to-date information.
December 08, 2022
Provide assistance/coordination with Territory Managers and Technical Service Representatives to schedule work and/or secure orders.
December 25, 2022
Review and incorporate historical data from pervious purchase orders, subcontracts, and productivity to accurately prepare quotes.
January 21, 2023
Attend and participate in on/offsite meetings with clients, owners, representatives, staff, and subcontractors.
March 13, 2023