Commercial Solar Preconstruction Coordinator Buffalo Solar Depew, NY Job Details Full-time $82,000 - $85,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Project team coordination Estimating material requirements from blueprints Vendor relationship building Electrical blueprint reading Construction material procurement Materials management in construction Spreadsheets Materials management in logistics Renewable energy Mid-level Supplier relationship improvement Construction resource coordination Construction plans Electrical experience Following blueprint specifications Vendor relationship management Estimating construction project budgets Negotiating purchasing contracts Material cost estimating Logistics project management Construction vendor management Ordering supplies Implementing cost-saving initiatives Solar energy Construction stakeholder coordination Part sourcing

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Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Vision insurance 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Commercial Solar Preconstruction Coordinator We are a growing commercial solar EPC specializing in commercial rooftop solar and battery energy storage projects throughout New York. We design, engineer, procure, and deliver high-quality renewable energy projects for businesses, municipalities, and organizations. Position Summary We're looking for a highly organized, technically minded professional to own the preconstruction process from estimating through material readiness. This role is responsible for developing project estimates, coordinating procurement, managing vendor relationships, purchasing materials, coordinating site equipment, and ensuring projects are fully prepared for construction. If you enjoy solving logistical challenges, negotiating with suppliers, building complete material packages, and supporting successful project execution, we'd like to talk with you. Responsibilities Prepare commercial solar project estimates and material takeoffs. Develop complete Bills of Material (BOMs), including balance-of-system (BOS) components. Source, purchase, and track project materials. Negotiate pricing and maintain supplier relationships. Coordinate deliveries and manage long-lead items. Schedule and manage site equipment including lifts, forklifts, cranes, dumpsters, and temporary facilities. Coordinate with engineering, finance, and construction to ensure projects are construction-ready. Identify value engineering and cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality. Qualifications Experience in commercial construction estimating, procurement, or project coordination. Ability to read construction drawings and electrical plans. Strong organizational and problem-solving skills. Experience purchasing construction materials and coordinating logistics. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and construction-related software. Preferred Commercial electrical or solar experience. Experience with commercial rooftop solar. Experience working with electrical distributors or commercial contractors. Why choose us? You'll join a team that values initiative, continuous improvement, and people who take ownership. If you're looking for a role where your decisions matter and your contributions are recognized, we'd love to meet you. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.