Senior Backend Platform Engineer, Distributed Systems

Modern Construction Services specializes in the renovation and commercial construction of warehouses, distribution centers, retail, business offices, restaurant, and healthcare related properties. As a Commercial Construction Estimator, your role is critical in shaping the financial foundation of our projects. You’ll be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for commercial construction jobs, ensuring that we maintain profitability while delivering high-quality work. This position requires a strong understanding of construction drawings, materials, labor costs, and subcontractor coordination. Salary range: $75,000 to $110,000.  This salary range reflects a scale from a competent early-career estimator to a highly experienced, leadership-level estimator who adds strategic value to the organization. Responsibilities: Review architectural and engineering plans to develop detailed cost estimates. Perform quantity take-offs across all CSI divisions. Analyze subcontractor bids and vendor pricing to ensure scope alignment and cost efficiency. Collaborate with project managers and field teams to align estimates with actual site conditions and execution plans. Participate in pre-bid walkthroughs and site evaluations as needed. Assist in preparing budgets, bid packages, and change order pricing. Maintain and update cost databases and historical pricing records. Identify opportunities for value engineering and cost savings. Support procurement efforts by recommending vendors and subcontractors based on estimate data. Ability to work independently and manage multiple estimates simultaneously. Clear and professional communication with internal teams and external partners. Requirements Minimum of 2 years recent experience in commercial construction estimating. Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction documents across multiple trades. Familiarity with estimating software (e.g., Bluebeam, ProEst, PlanSwift, or similar). Experience with Procore or other project management platforms. OSHA 30, LEED, and PMP certifications are a plus. Strong Excel skills and comfort working with data and formulas. Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field preferred. Benefits Annual profit sharing. Medical, vision, and dental. Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Saving Account (HSA). Employer-paid Basic Term Life Insurance, Short- and Long-term disability insurance. Voluntary supplemental life insurance. 401(k).

The Assistant Project Manager leads work alongside our Project Operations and Field Management to foster great client relationships, develop our employees, and oversee the safe construction of high quality, profitable, and on schedule projects. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Lead by example in adherence to Quality and Safety Programs Communicate productively with clients’ regarding overall project status updates as needed with assistance from PM Comfortable leading Internal, Client and Subcontractor meetings, providing meeting minutes and follow ups as needed Familiarize themselves with all requirements and exhibits of the EPC contracts Maintain internal trackers for quantity and production tracking Assist PM with all necessary finance functions such as: client billings, project forecasting, risk analysis, vendor/subcontractor payments, change management, and self perform analysis. Participate in CPM schedule reviews and maintain schedules to ensure timely completion of all milestones. Collaborate with project controls to identify critical paths, flag delays, and adjust resources. Assist PM in procurement process, scoping, and contracting of subcontractors and vendors. Responsible for management of subcontractors and vendors, including but not limited to; contract management, change management, notifications regarding Quality or EHS deficiencies and weekly subcontractor meetings. Employee actively promotes and encourages company culture onsite Assist PM in pre-EPC bid estimates Assist with initiatives such as mentoring, training, onboarding and conducting interviews Responsible to train field engineers and less experienced employees Conduct interviews when requested Financial responsibility for assigned vendors, subcontractors, or self-perform activities Fosters positive and productive meetings between internal teams This position is field based at our project construction sites Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Renewable Engineering, Engineering or a related field 1-3+ years of relevant construction industry experience, with progressively greater responsibility Successfully led and managed complex project or portfolios valued at $5+ million Experience leading, motivating and managing various project team sizes, including internal and external resources, while holding team members accountable Experience with successfully leading projects to on-schedule and within budget completion Experience with project start-up meetings, project drawings, project execution plans, and subcontractor and vendor buyouts Ability to read, understand and interpret contract, subcontracts, and purchase orders Success in managing subcontractors and developing and executing project changes Familiar with developing accurate cost to complete estimates, costing and pricing Change Orders, and maximizing profits Strong proficiency in Word and Excel and a working knowledge of Microsoft Project and Bluebeam (or similar) Excellent teamwork, communication, and people skills are essential Solid time management skills with the ability to multi-task and work in a fast environment Must have a valid driver’s license Ability to travel and/or temporarily relocate to project construction sites every 3-12 months throughout your region of the United States * All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment must take a pre-employment drug test and receive a negative result as a condition of hire. * An offer of employment is conditional upon complying with CS Energy's requirements including, but not limited to signing a separate disclosure and consent form prior to any background check. * Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis *The State of New York requires CS Energy, LLC to include a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role. A reasonable estimate of the range for this role is $90,000.00 -$125,000.00. Starting rate of pay may vary based on various factors, including, but not limited to an individual's experience and expertise. Certain roles are also eligible for bonuses, subject to CS Energy’s discretion and based on factors such as individual and/or organizational performance. * CS Energy does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters and/or third parties in response to our job postings. Any unsolicited resumes become property of CS Energy and we reserve the right to pursue and hire any such candidate ABOUT US CS Energy is an industry-leading engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) renewable energy company that develops, designs and builds optimized solar, energy storage, and emerging energy projects. CS Energy has successfully designed and installed over 2 GW of solar and 650 MWh of energy storage projects across the United States. Owned by American Securities, a leading US private equity firm, CS Energy leverages strong relationships with solar developers, IPPs, utilities, off-takers, suppliers, and landowners to help our customers streamline the project development process, lower project costs, and create value for all stakeholders as a trusted long-term partner. CS Energy has achieved its success through attracting and retaining highly talented and motivated individuals who are passionate about the company’s success. We recognize the value of diversity and are committed to protecting, training, enriching, and empowering our team members as they grow their careers in the renewable energy space.   We work hard, are mindful of our social and environmental responsibilities, and continuously give back to our local communities. Our commitment is based on the following principles: safety, quality, integrity, collaboration, expertise, and diversity. We are proud to be continually awarded as a great place to work by nationally recognized programs based on employee feedback. Benefits CS Energy provides great benefits to our valued employees. Competitive Salaries Discretionary Bonus Program Field Weekend Pay Program Project Incentive Bonus Program (based on position eligibility) Per-diem Program for Field Employees ((based on eligibility) Vehicle Allowance & Gas Card Program (based on position eligibility) 401K Programs with Employer Matching Medical & Dental Benefits (Plan options 100% paid by employers), and Vision Plans Access to HSA with Employer Contribution Paid Referral Program Access to FSA - Health & Dependent Care Access to Short Term Disability Employer Paid Life Insurance Paid Time Off & Holidays Paid Parental Leave Program Volunteer Time Off Student Loan Benefit Program CS Energy does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. CS Energy is an equal opportunity employer.