Electrical Estimating Manager - Renewable Energy

Electrical Estimating Manager

McCarthy's Renewables Group is currently looking for an Electrical Estimating Manager with expertise in the solar market. The role involves all aspects of the bid/estimating process from review of plans and specs to soliciting and negotiating prices from contractors and suppliers through completion of the bid/estimating effort, including closeout. It requires performing quantity take‑off, pricing, scoping, and bidding of construction projects involving more complex trade packages and EPC work, while supporting commercial construction operations with a focus on solar and other renewable design and construction work.

• Support the conceptual and detailed design of solar electrical systems.
• Challenge design concepts and assumptions, presenting ideas to the pre‑construction team.
• Perform quantity take‑offs.
• Assist in pricing and bidding of commercial, renewable, substation, and battery‑storage projects.
• Support overall electrical system design analysis.
• Communicate with engineers and consultants to clarify scope, materials, and schedule requirements.
• Prepare qualifications and assumptions that align with contractual requirements.
• Review electrical drawings, specifications, calculations, and studies.
• Review electrical studies including load flow, reactive power capability, short‑circuit, relay coordination, and arc flash.
• Conduct site visits and inspections as necessary.
• Review milestone design documents to identify, develop, and price value‑alternative opportunities, providing enhanced value to clients.
• Actively participate in the internal estimate review process.
• Assist with final assembly of estimates for presentation to the owner.
• Collect and organize all bid information for future reference.
• Aid field operations with change‑order pricing if needed.
• Direct, coordinate, and provide information and documents to subcontractors.
• Prepare contractual exhibits for subcontract scope of work.
• Prepare and submit contract documents for legal and risk reviews.
• Participate in Design‑Build, Hard Bid, and GMP budgeting activities by soliciting subcontractor support and evaluating bids.
• Build relationships with subcontractors and vendors to obtain a competitive advantage for McCarthy.
• Attend industry events represent McCarthy professionally.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal McCarthy clients.
• Keep current with the latest estimating technology and techniques.
• Implement all applicable Safety Programs and EEO/Affirmative Action Programs.

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering and 2–5 years of equivalent experience.
• General knowledge of electrical principles and processes.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• General knowledge of negotiated bids, hard bids, and GMP processes.
• Working knowledge of estimating technology and tools such as OST, Accubid, Tra‑ser, and BIM‑related software.
• Excellent computer skills, proficient with Microsoft Office products such as Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.
• Strong math and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail at a highly precise level.
• Solid interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrates behaviors consistent with McCarthy core values.
• Maintains a "value added" approach to estimating.

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Location:

Phoenix, AZ, United States