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Job Description

Senior Electrical Estimator – Solar & Battery Storage (Self‑Perform)

Division: Solar
Company: Conti Corporation LLC
Primary Location: Irvine, CA
Secondary Location: Las Vegas, NV
Relocation: Required if not currently local (relocation package provided)
Employment Type: Full‑Time

About Conti Corporation LLC

Conti Corporation LLC is a national EPC, MEP, and energy services company delivering full‑lifecycle construction solutions across renewable energy, electrical, infrastructure, and technology markets. Conti’s Solar Division executes utility‑scale solar and battery energy storage projects through a combination of EPC delivery and self‑performed electrical construction, giving Conti full control over safety, quality, schedule, and cost.

This role is a critical part of Conti’s estimating and preconstruction leadership for renewable energy construction.

Position Summary

The Senior Electrical Estimator – Solar & Battery Storage (Self‑Perform) is responsible for developing accurate, competitive estimates for self‑performed electrical scopes on utility‑scale solar and BESS projects. This individual will focus on electrical labor, materials, equipment, and execution strategy while collaborating closely with EPC estimating, project management, and field operations.

The ideal candidate has deep hands‑on knowledge of utility‑scale electrical construction, understands how estimates translate to field productivity, and can support projects from pursuit through execution.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical Estimating (Self‑Perform Focus)

• Develop detailed estimates for self‑performed electrical scopes, including:
  • DC collection systems
  • AC systems and utility interconnection
  • Inverters, transformers, MV/LV distribution
  • Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) electrical scope
  • Trenching, conduit, grounding, and terminations
• Perform labor productivity analysis based on execution methodology and site conditions
• Quantify materials, equipment, and manpower requirements for utility‑scale projects
• Evaluate project plans, specifications, and one‑lines for constructability and cost impact

Preconstruction & Bid Support

• Support bids and proposals for utility‑scale solar and BESS projects
• Coordinate with EPC estimators to align self‑perform scope with overall project pricing
• Identify risk items, execution constraints, and value‑engineering opportunities
• Participate in estimate reviews, strategy sessions, and project handoffs

Collaboration & Field Alignment

• Partner closely with:
  • Chief Estimator and EPC Estimating Team
  • Project Managers and Superintendents
  • Procurement and Operations leadership
• Ensure estimating assumptions align with real‑world field execution
• Support awarded projects through budget validation and job startup

Process & Continuous Improvement

• Support development and refinement of self‑perform estimating standards
• Contribute to historical cost databases and labor productivity benchmarks
• Track market trends affecting labor, materials, and electrical construction costs

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience estimating self‑performed electrical construction
• Strong background in utility‑scale solar and/or battery energy storage (BESS) projects
• Deep understanding of electrical construction means, methods, and sequencing
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, and one‑lines
• Experience estimating large‑scale electrical scopes tied to renewable energy projects
• Proficiency with Excel and electrical estimating tools/software
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience on utility‑scale solar projects 30MW+
• Prior field experience (foreman, superintendent, or project engineer)
• Familiarity with integrating self‑perform electrical scope into EPC deliveries
• Experience working with union electrical labor environments

Location & Relocation

• Strong preference for candidates based in Irvine, CA
• Secondary consideration for Las Vegas, NV
• Candidates outside the area must be willing to relocate
• Relocation assistance provided

Why Join Conti Solar

• Direct involvement in large‑scale renewable energy construction
• Strong self‑perform electrical platform with executive support
• Clear connection between estimating, execution, and project success
• Long‑term growth opportunities within Conti’s expanding Solar Division