Manager, Estimating

Manager, Estimating

RWE Clean Energy, LLC

To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

• Incorporate benchmark data, trends, and historical pricing to generate detailed cost estimates for renewable energy projects
• Provide indicative and detailed estimates using various estimating methods and mathematical models, utilizing estimating software and tools
• Identify risks and opportunities to support a high-quality risk register, collaborating with Preconstruction and Project Execution teams
• Collaborate with Developers, Engineers, Preconstruction Project Managers, and Project Execution team members to determine optimal construction approaches
• Read and interpret contract documents, including relevant studies (e.g., Geotech/Phase 1 reports) and permits
• Conduct estimate review meetings across multiple departments, including Development, Engineering, Procurement, Operations, Energy Marketing, Transmission, and Finance
• Generate bid schedules for RFP packages and review/abstract contractor bids, providing guidance in contract and change order negotiations
• Conduct project hand-off meetings and assist in the execution of project contracts; prepare and review change orders and invoices as needed
• Apply advanced analytical skills and estimating software proficiency to ensure accuracy and reliability of estimates
• Apply learned techniques and contribute to analysis and investigation to solve problems during project estimation, including benchmarking, should-cost analysis, and leveraging project data to stress test assumptions
• Build productive internal working relationships to resolve mutual problems and collaborate on procedures or transactions
• May provide oversight or task coordination for Associates on assigned projects and review/validate portions of estimates and bid tab analyses prepared by junior team members

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management in a related field from an accredited university
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in estimating, preferably within the renewable energy sector
• Construction experience is preferred
• Professional expertise in estimating functions, with the ability to resolve a variety of issues and apply advanced analytical skills
• Proficient in estimating software, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), SharePoint, and Teams
• Broad understanding of renewable energy technologies, with specialization in at least one area
• Experience identifying and mitigating risks, determining associated costs, and supporting high-quality risk registers
• Strong math, computer, and analytical skills, including benchmarking, should cost analysis, and leveraging project data to stress test assumptions
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills, with the ability to build productive internal relationships and manage customer relationships
• Demonstrated leadership, organization, and the ability to coordinate multiple tasks and deliverables in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment
• Capable of independently leading estimate review sessions and addressing gaps across departments
• Accountable for reviewing and validating work prepared by junior team members, and providing oversight or task coordination as needed
• Motivated self‑starter, goal‑oriented, adaptable to changing priorities, and able to multi‑task while working independently or as part of a team
• Strong business acumen, detail‑oriented, and a sound understanding of business concepts
• Willingness and ability to travel to and from job sites as assigned (up to 25% of the time)
• Demonstrated desire to learn about the company and the renewables space
• Responds well to direction, is coachable, and open to professional development
• Proven ability to empathize, build relationships, and communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds
• This position is an office‑based role with some travel and visits to other RWECE office and field locations
• Must be able to sit, walk, or stand for long durations of time

The annual base salary range for this position in Illinois is $102,000 - $165,000. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and…