VIKOR - Solar Estimator

VIKOR - Solar Estimator In order to use this site, it is necessary to enable JavaScript. Here are the instructions how to enable JavaScript in your web browser. All Jobs  >  Solar Estimator VIKOR Apply Solar Estimator Fully Remote • Kansas City, MO Apply Description Full-Time | Salaried The Solar Estimator is responsible for designing, scoping, and supporting solar energy solutions from initial opportunity through project handoff. This role serves as the technical and commercial bridge between sales, finance, and operations, ensuring solar projects are accurately designed, competitively priced, and operationally viable. This is a role focused on solution development, proposal support, and cross-functional coordination. Key Responsibilities Solution Design & Technical Scoping • Review site information including aerial imagery, utility bills, load data, and site constraints • Size and configure solar systems (and storage, when applicable) to meet customer and project requirements • Collaborate with engineering to validate system feasibility and constructability • Ensure system designs align with applicable codes, utility requirements, and AHJ standards Proposal Development & Pricing Support • Prepare detailed solar proposals including system specifications, production estimates, and savings analysis • Coordinate pricing and cost assumptions with operations and finance teams • Develop alternative solution options (e.g., solar-only vs. solar + storage) as needed • Support incentive, rebate, and interconnection assumptions during proposal development Sales & Customer Support • Provide technical expertise to support sales efforts and customer discussions • Participate in customer meetings or calls to explain system designs, assumptions, and limitations • Respond to technical questions and help resolve design-related concerns during the sales process Cross-Functional Coordination • Act as a key handoff point between sales and operations • Identify and flag potential risks related to permitting, interconnection, constructability, or scope early in the process • Support smooth transition from sold projects to project execution teams Documentation & Process Improvement • Maintain accurate records of designs, assumptions, and proposal inputs • Support standardization of solar solution offerings and proposal templates • Assist in improving preconstruction and solution-development processes Required Qualifications • 2–5 years of experience in solar, renewable energy, preconstruction, estimating, or technical sales support • Working knowledge of solar PV systems and components • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills • Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences • Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with solar design or proposal tools preferred Preferred Qualifications • Experience with solar design software (Aurora, HelioScope, PVsyst, or similar) • Familiarity with utility interconnection processes and incentive programs • Exposure to battery storage, EV charging, or other distributed energy solutions • Experience working in construction, EPC, or infrastructure environment Key Competencies • Technical aptitude with a business mindset • Strong attention to detail and accuracy • Collaborative and cross-functional communication • Ability to manage multiple opportunities simultaneously • Proactive risk identification and problem-solving Physical & Work Environment • Primarily office-based work • Occasional travel for customer meetings or site reviews may be required Apply View All Jobs Powered by Payroll & HR Software