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Commercial Solar Roof Top Procurement Specialist

Local Construction Company

Depew, NY

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Bill of Materials (BOM), Change Requests/Orders, Commercial Construction, Communication Skills, Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, Electricity, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Financial Trend Analysis, Health Insurance, Material Take Off, Materials Analysis, Organizational Skills, Pricing, Procurement Management, Project Development, Project Execution, Purchasing/Procurement, Risk Analysis, Sales, Solar Installation, Team Player, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Depew, NY
POSTED
30+ days ago
Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Wellness resources

Title: Preconstruction Estimator (Solar)


Overview
The Preconstruction Estimator is responsible for developing accurate, complete, and buildable project pricing for commercial solar installations. This role owns the Bill of Materials (BOM), vendor and subcontractor pricing, and ensures all proposals are grounded in real-world constructability and cost.


Key Responsibilities


Estimating & Pricing


  •  Own full project cost development for commercial solar proposals 
  •  Build detailed BOMs from plan sets and preliminary designs 
  •  Develop accurate labor and subcontractor pricing 
  •  Validate pricing aligns with project scope and constructability 
Procurement & Vendor Management


  •  Source and maintain relationships with equipment vendors and subcontractors 
  •  Request and evaluate quotes for materials and labor 
  •  Track pricing trends and lead times to inform proposals 
Preconstruction & Constructability


  •  Review plan sets for feasibility, code considerations, and installation approach 
  •  Identify risks, gaps, and cost drivers early in the process 
  •  Collaborate with engineering and project teams to ensure buildable designs 
Internal Alignment


  •  Participate in internal proposal reviews prior to release 
  •  Ensure all pricing meets company margin targets 
  •  Support change order pricing and cost validation during project execution 
Qualifications


  •  Strong electrical background with understanding of commercial solar systems 
  •  Experience building material takeoffs (BOM) from plan sets 
  •  Familiarity with NEC, interconnection basics, and commercial construction practices 
  •  Ability to evaluate subcontractor scope and pricing 
  •  Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills 
Core Values Alignment


  • Ambition – Takes ownership of project outcomes and pricing accuracy 
  • Willing to Learn – Adapts to evolving products, codes, and incentives 
  • Knowledge – Demonstrates strong technical and commercial understanding 
  • Teamwork – Collaborates across sales, engineering, and operations 
  • Respect – Communicates clearly and professionally with internal and external partners 

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