Senior Estimator
Lightsource BPSan Francisco, California, United States • Denver, Colorado, United States • Austin, Texas, United States
Posted January 20, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Lightsource bp is a global leader in onshore renewables, committed to creating a sustainable future through safe, responsible and meaningful low-carbon energy projects.
Job Description
We are Lightsource bp – and we’re on a mission to become a global leader in onshore renewables, anchored by our proven track record in solar development. The Senior Estimator will support Lightsource bp’s projects from development through construction, with the primary focus on late-stage development and EPC contracting.
Requirements
- College degree with preference for Engineering, Supply Chain, Construction or Business Management
- Experience working in the utility-scale renewable energy industry
- Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team
- Business fluent proficiency in English
- Strong understanding of the renewable energy industry construction standards, means and methods
- Sound knowledge of Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook and SAP
- Proficiency in cost estimating software (such as Bluebeam)
- Detailed analytical skills to be able to review multiple bids, quotes, plans, specifications and contracts
Benefits
- Competitive compensation plus annual bonus
- Health, dental, prescription, and vision care for US team members starts on your first day of employment with zero premiums for employee-only coverage
- Retention bonuses
- Four weeks of vacation and three weeks of sick leave annually plus 11 paid holidays
- 401(k) plan, with a 3% nonelective employer contribution
- Hybrid working environment (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday in office, Monday and Friday remote)
- Monthly personal phone bill reimbursement of up to $100 and a monthly commuter benefit of up to $150
- Lifestyle Savings Account and more!
