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| Job Ref: | 2013-3255 |
| Employer: |
SunPower. |
| City: | Richmond |
| State/Province: | CA |
| Country: | United States |
| Job Description: |
Overview: Do you want to make a bigger impact on the world? SunPower's vision is to change the way the world is powered, and we are doing that every day with a brilliant, passionate and driven team. SunPower is widely recognized as the global leader in high-efficiency solar for residential, commercial and utility markets. We operate in North America, Europe, Asia and Australia and are seeking talented people to join us in building a global clean energy future. SunPower is committed to the success of our company, our employees and the communities around the world that need us most. We support our employees' commitment to their communities through a culture of volunteerism, and through The SunPower Foundation, which makes grants to green initiatives throughout the world. As a company, we operate with the highest sustainability standards. In an industry that is reshaping the world's energy future, there's no better place to be than SunPower. Summary of Role: SunPower is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to support estimating and subcontractor buy out negotiation for solar projects, globally. The Senior Estimator reports to the Senior Manager of Estimating & Cost Reduction and will be responsible providing estimating support, leading subcontractor buyout, improving estimating processes and procedures, and participating as a key member in cost reduction activities. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following (other duties may be assigned): - Provide Estimating Support (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, General Conditions) - Interactions with Procurement, Supply Chain, Shipping & Logistics, Finance, Sales, R&D, and cost reduction program managers & participants. Minimum Requirements: - Educational (Bachelor degree or 4 years of experience). - Minimum 10 years of professional work experience in general contracting industry performing in depth subcontractor de-scoping, buyout and selection, and change order evaluations. - Minimum 10 years of professional work experience providing cost estimating and cost control services for construction projects, having a clear understanding of how field activities are performed, measuring production rates, estimating and project controls processes. - Must have extensive hands-on knowledge of principles and concepts of cost engineering as they relate to budgeting, monitoring and tracking actual costs, change orders and forecasting. - Great interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written), the ability to interface and influence at all levels of an organization. - Ability to thrive in a deadline-oriented, fast-paced environment. - Experience implementing processes, procedures and methodologies. - Hands-on experience with MS Office suite products required - Experience with projects located outside of the US is preferred. Preferred Requirements: - Job location is Richmond, CA - 2-5% of travel required - This is a permanent position - Candidate must be legally entitled to work and reside in the USA - Limited relocation assistance will be provided to the selected candidate.*LI-TJ |
| Post Date: | 07/25/2013 |
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