Estimator - Lighting Retrofits
United States
Moves energy projects through all development stages from initial interest to audit, scope development, energy analysis, client presentation and eventual transition to operations teams.Coordinates material and labor quotes with vendors to compile turnkey bids for individual lighting retrofits of $5k to multi-site/large site retrofits in the millions ($).Scope modification & Value engineering to meet client payback thresholds.LED Lighting and controls specification, ensuring integration and compatibility with existing systems.Vendor relationship development/management including manufacturers and contractorsPartner with clients to identify energy goals and strategic plans to achieve them.RFP Management - Coordinating all aspects with internal team from material specification/labor pricing, site audits, utility rebates, contract review, deadline management, & client engagement to compiling the final package for submission.Large scale retrofit program planning for national multi-site audit and installation rollouts.Process improvement including audit standards for contractors; onsite/field quality assurance for installations; excel formulas/shortcuts to streamline estimating (saving multiple hours per quote); new tool/software evaluation for auditing, quotations and implementation.Strategic planning and development.Profit/margin evaluation from individual jobs up to department wide trends as it relates material, labor, cost tracking/leakage and other inefficiencies.Internal marketing to strategically engage sales team on opportunities aligning with our strengths.Actively participate in development opportunities including product knowledge, industry growth and internal leadership/management training.Utility Rebate management - estimation, coordination and approvals with rebate administrators and utilities.Client billing reconciliation and vendor invoice dispute resolution.Personnel interview/hiring, orientation, training and development.