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Electrical Estimating Engineer - Solar

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    • Ft. Lauderdale
    • FL
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    • The Solar Electrical Estimating Engineer provides pre-construction and operations support to the Solar Division in the execution of large capital projects. (Utility Scale).


      If offered this position, you would receive amazing benefits to include...

       

      • Competitive Base with a generous Bonus Structure
      • Company Equity complimenting a comprehensive Benefits Package
      • Flexible Work Schedules with focus on Work/Life Balance

      What you’ll do…

      • Prepare various types of estimates for solar projects ranging from $10 million to $200 million in size from conception through the start of construction.
      • Provide estimates for the design build, conceptual/schematic and various stages of progress construction drawings thru final contract pricing for the solar industry.
      • Prepare and track estimates as the design drawings progress, including, value-engineering analysis.
      • Assist design team and owners to make intelligent/informed decisions to keep the design program and project budget on track.
      • Review final construction drawings and specifications to determine final scope of work and lead pre-bid/post bid trade contractor meetings.
      • Coordinate the procurement of electrical material and equipment.
      • Establish and maintain good business relationships with trade contractors and vendors to assure the support and interest on the construction of solar projects.
      • Provide support to the pre-construction and operations team.
      • Communicate and interact with the project owner, design consultants and Moss staff with the most professional demeanor.
      • Other duties as required.

      What we're looking for…

      • 2 plus years’ experience working for an Electrical Contractor in an estimating capacity or working for a GC with primary electrical estimating responsibilities
      • Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, electrical engineering, or related discipline
      • Experience in the solar industry is preferred but not required
      • Experience in the electrical industry is required
      • Strong computer skills are a necessity, such as MS Office / Excel / PowerPoint / Word, including familiarity with construction project management applications and estimating software.
      • Experience in Accubid software preferred.
      • Strong Estimating and Project Scheduling background
      • Strong communication and interpersonal skills and are required to interface directly with owners' representatives, the A/E team, building departments and other team members
      • Ability to read, interpret and understand plans proficiently is a requirement
      • Ability to read specifications and understand the subject matter
      • Ability to perform accurate quantity survey take-offs

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