Application Guide

How to Apply for BESS Estimator (Remote)

at SOLV Energy

🏢 About SOLV Energy

SOLV Energy is a leading solar and energy storage contractor in North America, dedicated to pioneering cleaner power and brighter futures. With a strong focus on innovation and sustainability, the company offers a collaborative remote culture and opportunities to impact large-scale renewable energy projects.

About This Role

As a BESS Estimator, you will be the financial backbone of battery storage projects, ensuring accurate cost estimates from initial design through construction. Your work directly influences project feasibility and profitability, making you a critical partner in SOLV Energy's mission to expand renewable energy infrastructure.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day starts with reviewing project plans and specifications for a new BESS RFP, then updating cost models in Excel. You might join a Teams call with subcontractors to clarify scope, followed by a cost review meeting with the project team to discuss risk and pricing. After lunch, you analyze supplier quotes and finalize an estimate for submission, ensuring every line item is justified.

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🎯 Who SOLV Energy Is Looking For

  • Has 3+ years of estimating experience specifically in energy storage or electrical construction, with a proven track record of preparing accurate BESS cost estimates.
  • Possesses an engineering or construction management degree, or equivalent experience, and can read technical drawings and specifications with ease.
  • Is highly proficient in Microsoft Excel for complex cost modeling and comfortable using Teams for remote collaboration.
  • Understands energy storage components (batteries, inverters, BMS) and can assess supplier pricing and subcontractor bids critically.

📝 Tips for Applying to SOLV Energy

1

Highlight specific BESS projects you've estimated, including project size, duration, and cost accuracy metrics.

2

Showcase your Excel skills by attaching a sample cost model or describing a complex spreadsheet you built for estimates.

3

Mention any experience with subcontractor negotiations or supplier relationships in the renewable energy sector.

4

Tailor your resume to emphasize keywords like 'battery storage', 'estimating', 'cost analysis', and 'subcontractor management'.

5

In your cover letter, explicitly connect your experience to SOLV Energy's mission of cleaner power and mention why remote work suits you.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Emphasize your experience with BESS cost estimation and how your accuracy has contributed to project success.', 'Demonstrate your ability to collaborate remotely with teams and subcontractors, using tools like Teams and Excel.', "Show passion for renewable energy and align with SOLV Energy's goal of pioneering cleaner power.", 'Provide a specific example of how you identified cost savings or risks in a previous estimating role.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review SOLV Energy's portfolio of completed solar and BESS projects to understand typical project scales and technologies.
  • → Research the company's recent news, such as new contracts or partnerships in the energy storage sector.
  • → Familiarize yourself with SOLV Energy's safety culture and remote work policies, as mentioned on their careers page.
  • → Understand the key challenges in BESS estimating (e.g., battery pricing volatility, interconnection costs) to discuss thoughtfully.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk me through how you prepare a detailed BESS estimate from scratch, including scope review and subcontractor solicitation.
2 Describe a time you had to negotiate with a supplier or subcontractor to secure competitive pricing.
3 How do you ensure accuracy in your estimates, and how do you handle scope changes or uncertainties?
4 What experience do you have with energy storage components like lithium-ion batteries, inverters, and thermal management systems?
5 How do you prioritize tasks when managing multiple estimates with tight deadlines in a remote setting?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic resume without specific BESS or energy storage experience – even related electrical estimating experience must be clearly linked.
  • Failing to demonstrate proficiency in Excel with concrete examples – vague claims without evidence are a red flag.
  • Neglecting to mention remote collaboration skills or showing discomfort with virtual communication in a remote-first role.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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