Lead Estimator – Solar

Blattner

. Serve as a subject matter expert and lead the estimating team through every phase of the procurement and bidding process.

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $110,617 - $160,396 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in estimating processes, project safety requirements, and compliance with company policies while leading and mentoring teams in complex bidding efforts. Proficient in utilizing estimating software and creating project schedules to ensure accuracy and technical compliance.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Estimating StrategiesProject Safety RequirementsHCSS Heavy BidLeadership in EstimatingConstruction Market Knowledge

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Estimating TechniquesCost ControlMathematicsReading Engineering DrawingsProject Scheduling

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationMentorshipProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

HCSS Heavy Bid

Industry Keywords

ConstructionEngineeringPreconstruction ExperienceData CentersPower Generation Projects

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a subject matter expert and lead the estimating team through every phase of the procurement and bidding process.
Coordinate complex bid efforts, ensuring accuracy, technical compliance, and alignment across estimating disciplines.
Provide guidance and mentorship to team members, set performance standards, and champion process improvements and new initiatives.
Support negotiations and participate in client presentations to help close new work and differentiate Blattner in competitive pursuits.
Identify and calculate project safety requirements, including training and PPE, in bids.
Identify and determine JHA risks and include costs in estimates.
Pursue, select, and utilize subcontractors meeting DHB risk management criteria.
Comply with and enforce company policies and procedures when bidding projects, including using company estimating software and performing bid reviews.
Take personal responsibility for producing quality bids.
Plan estimates for and during pre-bid meetings.
Create preliminary project schedules during estimates.
Support troubleshooting and problem solving of complex project issues.

Requirements

What you’ll need

4 or more years of construction or engineering degree with experience as an Estimator or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience in mathematics including algebra and geometry.
8 or more years of progressive estimating and preconstruction experience with increasing levels of responsibility, including leadership of crew-based and governance-driven estimating efforts.
Experience may include mission-critical construction projects such as hyperscale or enterprise data centers, gas-fired power plants, or large commercial and industrial facilities; work within a PMO, CMAR, or General Contractor organization; or support of large-scale, multi-disciplinary utility-scale power generation projects.
Advanced knowledge of construction market, estimating strategies, estimating techniques, cost control and proper scheduling of purchases and work.
Ability to read and understand engineering drawings, purchase orders, contracts, cost coding systems.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Highly proficient computer skills – HCSS Heavy Bid preferred.
Valid, independent work authorization; Blattner cannot sponsor H-1B visas or permanent residency.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay
100% employer paid HDHP insurance premiums for employees
401(k) with company match
HSA and FSA options
Dental and Vision insurance
Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)
Work/Life balance
Employee/Family focused culture
Gym on site