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Chicago, IL, US, 60654 Austin, TX, US, 78701

RWE Clean Energy, LLC
To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Functional area: Project Management
Remuneration: Exempt

The Director, Estimating will be responsible for overseeing and leading a team of 6-8 estimators. This role involves managing the estimation process for various projects, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in cost assessments, and collaborating with other departments to support project planning and execution. Additionally, the individual will also be responsible for reviewing and supporting change orders from construction.

Role Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of 6-8 estimators, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities
• Oversee the preparation of detailed cost estimates for projects, including materials, labor, and equipment
• Ensure that all estimates are accurate, comprehensive, and aligned with project requirements and company standards
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to gather necessary information and ensure that estimates are based on the most current data
• Review and analyze historical data and trends to improve the accuracy and reliability of future estimates
• Develop and implement standardized estimation processes and tools to enhance efficiency and consistency
• Monitor and report on the performance of the estimation team, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as needed
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, best practices, and advancements in estimation techniques and tools
• Foster a collaborative and positive work environment, encouraging teamwork and open communication within the estimation team and with other departments

Job Requirements and Experiences:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 15 years experience in civil estimating, including a minimum of 5 years in a supervisory or leadership capacity
• Knowledge of environmental and safety policies and procedures
• Ability and willingness to travel to and from job sites as assigned
• Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to manage customer relationships
• Demonstrated desire to learn about the Company and the renewables space
• Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Teams
• Strong leadership and communication, and ability to meet deadlines
• Strong organization skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks and deliverables
• Ability to multi-task, while working independently and as part of a team
• Motivated self-starter, goal-oriented, and strong problem-solving abilities
• Proven ability to empathize, build relationships, and effectively communicate with people from a diverse set of backgrounds
• Responds well to direction, is easy to challenge and develop, and is coachable
• Is detail-oriented, has strong business acumen, and a sound understanding of business concepts

This role requires being hybrid 3x a week in either our Chicago, IL or Austin, TX offices.

Pay range: The annual base salary range for this position in Illinois is $180,000 - $220,000. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.

Apply with just a few clicks: ad code 90605. Any questions? Contact HR: rwece_recruiting@rwe.com

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Through its subsidiary RWE Clean Energy, RWE is the third largest renewable energy company in the United States, with a presence in most U.S. states from coast to coast. RWE’s team of about 2,000 employees in the U.S. stands ready to help meet the nation’s growing energy needs. With its homegrown and fastest-to-market product, RWE supports the goal of American Energy dominance and independence. To that end, RWE Clean Energy is committed to increasing its already strong asset base of over 10 gigawatts of operating wind, solar and battery projects, focusing on providing high-quality jobs. RWE invests in local and rural communities while strengthening domestic manufacturing supporting the renaissance of American industry. This is complemented by RWE’s energy trading business. RWE is also a major offtaker of American liquified natural gas (LNG).

As an energy company with a successful history spanning more than 125 years, RWE has an extensive knowledge of the energy markets and an excellent expertise in all major power generation and storage technologies, from nuclear, coal and gas to hydro, batteries, wind and solar.

Every project brings constantly-evolving technical, practical and social challenges – and drives a culture where everybody thrives, has fun and feels excited by each day. As the third largest renewable energy company in the U.S., you’ll also have the freedom to act with conviction and courage as we pivot to new technologies – and continuously improve, together.

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