Pre-Construction Estimator

Lightsource bp is a global leader in the development and management of solar energy projects. We are a 50:50 joint venture with bp with a mission to help drive the world's transition to low carbon energy. With solar set to increase tenfold in the next 20 years, we are well-positioned to capitalize on this growth. By joining the Lightsource bp team, you will 'be the change' on the world's energy transition to a more sustainable future.

We pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial spirit as we continue to push the boundaries of an ever-changing energy landscape. By choosing a career with us, you can expect a challenging and fulfilling role surrounded by people who are passionate and have brilliant ideas about sustainable technology, innovation and making the world a better place.

What You'll do

Moving Lightsource bp solar projects from the early/mid/late stages of development via estimating support through pre-construction due diligence and engineering into the hands of construction team members for final execution. This position has responsibilities supporting and working alongside Development, Business Development, Construction, GIS, and Engineering.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide cost estimating support for EPC Solar Projects for development and M&A project opportunities ranging from conceptual/indicative (AACE Class 5) to Budgetary (Class 3 AACE).
• Assist in maintenance of LSbp Cost Estimating Database.
• Assist in maintenance and communication with Procurement colleagues to ensure utilization of most recent and competitive major equipment pricing in estimating efforts.
• Provide site construction feasibility analysis via desktop analysis and project site visit and reporting.
• Provide project administration and engineering support for pre-construction due diligence scopes of works.
• Assist with project administration and project engineering support for pre-construction and EPC Requests for Proposals (RFPs).

Who we're looking for

Knowledge

• Working knowledge and background understanding of basic PV solar engineering and plant design (i.e. Array Layout, Civil Layout, MV/DC wiring concepts, Structural Design, Project Sequencing).
• Understanding of project management and construction management concepts identified within PMP and other industry accepted organizations.
• Understanding of general estimating approaches and variations required to support projects at differing points in the lifecycle.
• Desire to continue developing and growing one's knowledge base and understanding of the solar industry via continued research and development of the individuals, teams, and departments knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Science, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, and/or Other applicable degrees (replaceable by requisite experience).
• Master's degree in Construction Management, Business Administration, or other applicable field of study (not required).
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 25%.

Experience

• 3-5 Years of estimating and/or pre-construction support (Owner, EPC, Subcontractor).
• Field based self-perform solar construction experience (i.e. Project Engineer, QA/QC Inspector, Superintendent/Foreman).
• Experience interacting with development colleagues.
• Background in estimating, pre-construction, project management/engineering.
• Experience interacting with outside consultants and equipment vendors.
• Experience generating and processing purchase orders and invoices.

Why you'll make a great member of the team

Personal Qualities

• Hard Working.
• Persevering.
• Inquisitive.
• Outgoing.
• Embraces Diversity.
• Accepting.
• Understanding.
• Dynamic.
• Thorough.
• Accurate.
• Efficient.

Why you'll want to work for us

Our company is a place where you can be yourself and grow - a place where your ideas and opinions matter. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive community, where every individual is valued and treated with respect. Our culture is driven by our core values. From operating safely to ensuring our solar projects are responsible and promote biodiversity.

Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits including annual bonus, retention bank, health insurance, pension, and other local benefits. Join an agile, international team working across 15 countries to power the future and positively impact people, communities, ecosystems and biodiversity across the world.

Our core values

Lightsource bp truly cares about creating a sustainable future through safe, responsible and meaningful low-carbon energy projects. Our core values of Safety, Integrity, Respect, Sustainability and Drive are the guiding principles for everything we do.

We offer US team members are entitled to medical benefits, life insurance, dental benefits, vision benefits and short- and long-term disability benefits. Lightsource bp offers US team members immediate eligibility for a 401(k) plan, with a 3% nonelective employer contribution. Our team members are eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, calculated based on corporate, team and individual objectives.

Team members in the US may receive an additional 50% of their annual bonus in a "retention bank" as well, available for withdrawal after three years of bonus awards have accrued. Lightsource bp currently observes the following 11 holidays in the US: New Years Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. US team members accrue 20 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave annually. All team members are also eligible for COVID-19 leave. Team members in the US enjoy a hybrid work environment. US team members receive a monthly personal phone bill reimbursement of up to $100 and a monthly commuter benefit of up to $150. Team members also receive one-time wellness and remote work allowances.

Lightsource bp is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.