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Clayco · 3 months ago

Senior Preconstruction Engineer, Solar

St. Louis, MO, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$100K/yr - $120K/yr

3+ years exp

Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development and construction firm specializing in high-quality solutions across North America. The Senior Preconstruction Engineer will drive the bidding process for construction projects, ensuring the accuracy of estimates and managing subcontractor bids while contributing to departmental strategies and continuous improvement.

Real Estate

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Preconstruction team to deliver accurate proposals across various business units, including Solar, Battery Storage, and/or Renewables sectors

Perform detailed quantity take-offs for specific scopes of work to support accurate estimating

Oversee the solicitation process for subcontractor bids, build and nurture relationships with subcontractors, and maintain a comprehensive master list of subcontractors/vendors

Prepare and analyze Bid Evaluation sheets to ensure competitive and fair bidding processes

Evaluate project schedules, assist in drafting General Conditions, and contribute to the final assembly of estimates for presentation to owners

Facilitate a seamless transition of estimates, bid information, drawings, and specifications to Project Management, and assist Project Managers with contract negotiations, change orders, and other project needs

Develop and maintain historical data on unit prices and productivities to inform future estimating and bidding processes

Qualification

Estimating experienceQuantity take-offsBuilding construction knowledgeEstimating software proficiencyMicrosoft Office SuiteAnalytical skillsMeeting experience

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related field

3-5 years of estimating experience in solar or battery storage construction, with a strong track record in project bidding and management

Deep understanding of building construction, materials, systems, and market conditions

Proficiency in estimating and quantity takeoff software

Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite

Strong conceptual abilities with a knack for working with limited information, and proven technical skills in mathematical calculations

Experience participating in Preconstruction meetings and collaborating with cross-functional teams

Benefits

Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.

Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!

Company

Clayco

Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering and construction firm.

Founded in 1984

Chicago, Illinois, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.claycorp.com/

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