Posting Title: Civil Estimator – Renewable Energy Division
Location: San Jose, California-Ankeny, Iowa-Remote
Salary Range: $90,000-$110,000
Final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education and experience. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets.

WHO WE ARE

For nearly 70 years, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people who’ve built a reputation for delivering high-profile, complex projects. Real, tangible things that alter the landscape and improve lives. But even more than that, we’ve built a reputation for integrity. We’re problem solvers and innovation seekers. We’re team players and safety fanatics. And we always—always—do the right thing. Even when no one is looking. Because what we do here is important, but how we do it is everything.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.
Education: High School Diploma or GED required. BS in Construction Management or Civil Engineering preferred.
Licensure/Certifications: None required.

Experience: Three (3) years of estimating and/or project management experience in Civil Construction industry. Experience with civil design options or managing Civil Engineers preferred. Solar PV experience or willingness to learn. Experience with design/build, pricing and equipment management, derivation of labor rates, management of take-off from plans and pre-defined specs.

• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

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The Estimator will be responsible for developing civil estimates and preparing bidding documents for civil scopes of work. As an Estimator, your primary scope of work will include civil engineering and studies, trench and backfill, grading and drainage, SWPPP, concrete and driven pier foundations, geotechnical reports and analysis, underground risk, hydrology studies, environmental reports and compliance, phase 1 & 2 environmental evaluation / reports, minor hazardous material remediation, demolition of minor existing site facilities. The ideal candidate will manage scopes of work from initial bid, preliminary design, proposal documents, permitting and coordination with AHJs, issuing subcontracts, and provide input on civil site management. Other responsibilities will include reading and interpreting topography and grading plans, drainage, and erosion control plans, and evaluating civil subcontractor quotes.
This role will partner with internal customer groups: Project Construction team, Estimating, Engineering, Purchasing, and Electrical Project Management to bid and execute on all projects, and will report to the Director.