HV/BESS Estimator

Summary

Hanwha Qcells USA Corp specializes in utility-scale solar photovoltaic and battery energy storage system project development and EPC services. The HV/BESS Estimator prepares firm bids and cost estimates for high-voltage substations and BESS projects by reviewing proposals, performing take-offs and scope reviews, identifying risks, optimizing engineering, and improving cost efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements and deadlines
• Develop and implement strategies to improve the efficiency and accuracy of the estimation process
• Use computer estimating software to create and compile estimates
• Develop assemblies in estimating software
• Oversee the preparation of detailed cost estimates for utility-scale solar projects specifically related to the HV Substation and BESS including materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractor costs
• Analyze project specifications, drawings, and other documents to accurately determine project scope and requirements
• Utilize historical data, industry benchmarks, and market trends to ensure cost estimates are realistic and competitive
• Review and validate subcontractor bids and quotations
• Collaborate with project managers to develop resource plans based on estimated costs and project schedules
• Identify and quantify resource requirements, including manpower, equipment, and materials
• Optimize resource allocation to maximize efficiency and minimize project risks
• Develop labor productivity and (installation unit costs where applicable) based on projected site conditions and historical data
• Identify potential risks and uncertainties associated with project estimates
• Develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans to address identified risks
• Conduct sensitivity analysis to assess the impact of various factors on project costs and profitability
• Prepare comprehensive bid proposals in response to client requests for proposals (RFPs) and invitations to bid (ITBs)
• Ensure bid proposals are accurate, competitive, and aligned with project requirements and company objectives
• Collaborate with business development and sales teams to develop pricing strategies and negotiate contracts with clients
• Participate in bid review meetings
• Maintain relationships with vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure competitive pricing and timely delivery of materials and services
• Evaluate vendor performance and negotiate pricing agreements to achieve cost savings and improve project profitability
• Review project estimates to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company standards and industry best practices
• Implement quality assurance processes to validate project estimates and identify areas for improvement
• Have an understanding of EPC contracting
• Have a strong understanding of electrical theory
• Have understanding of environmental, geotechnical, and hydrological reports
• Have a general understanding of current HV and BESS equipment and impacts of each system
• Keep up-to-date on local building codes
• Create and maintain project directives
• Ability to travel when required
• Travel up to 25% as needed
• The duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing and other duties will be assigned based on the positions role within the business unit

Skills

• • Bachelor's Degree and/or relevant certificate from college or technical school. No degree will be considered if relevant experience exceeds3years
• • 3+ years relevant experiencein estimating and project management, with at least 3 years of experience in utility-scale solar, HV, and BESSprojects.(Construction, energy industry preferred)
• • Background in commercial construction, electrical equipment supply, and/or power plantengineering
• • Strong understanding ofutilitySolar and Battery storage installation and BestPractices
• • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally, up to25%
• • Strong oral and written communication skills, computer fluency, agile and effective negotiator with clear oral and written explanationsrequired
• • Proficiency in cost estimation software and tools, such as HCSS HeavyBid or similarapplications
• • Self-motivated, superior organization skills and attention todetail
• • Assertive, ability to cope with dynamicsurroundings; and
• • Proven leadership and management skills, with experience leading teams and managing multiple projects simultaneously
• • Stationary Position: frequently remains stationary up to 90% of the time and sitting up to 8 hours in a day
• • Move/Traverse: infrequently bend, stand, stoop and/or walk
• • Carry Weight: infrequently carry weight and/or lift objects (light to heavy) weighing up to 10 pounds
• • Hearing andSpeech:frequently communicates with the ability to hear and talk on a regular basis with employees, coworkers, and all personnel matters; must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
• • Sight: frequent use of sight to detect images on computer, office documents, and office objects near and far
• • Climb: occasionally ascends/descends on stairway to get to office upper and lower floors
• • Travel: up to 25% as needed
• • Work experience in construction-related estimation (solar PV and BESS projects in particular) stronglypreferred
• • Advanced knowledge in Microsoft office Suite, Smartsheet, and Procoreexperience ispreferred

Qualifications

Must Haves

• • Bachelor's Degree and/or relevant certificate from college or technical school. No degree will be considered if relevant experience exceeds3years
• • 3+ years relevant experiencein estimating and project management, with at least 3 years of experience in utility-scale solar, HV, and BESSprojects.(Construction, energy industry preferred)
• • Background in commercial construction, electrical equipment supply, and/or power plantengineering
• • Strong understanding ofutilitySolar and Battery storage installation and BestPractices
• • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally, up to25%
• • Strong oral and written communication skills, computer fluency, agile and effective negotiator with clear oral and written explanationsrequired
• • Proficiency in cost estimation software and tools, such as HCSS HeavyBid or similarapplications
• • Self-motivated, superior organization skills and attention todetail
• • Assertive, ability to cope with dynamicsurroundings; and
• • Proven leadership and management skills, with experience leading teams and managing multiple projects simultaneously
• • Stationary Position: frequently remains stationary up to 90% of the time and sitting up to 8 hours in a day
• • Move/Traverse: infrequently bend, stand, stoop and/or walk
• • Carry Weight: infrequently carry weight and/or lift objects (light to heavy) weighing up to 10 pounds
• • Hearing andSpeech:frequently communicates with the ability to hear and talk on a regular basis with employees, coworkers, and all personnel matters; must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
• • Sight: frequent use of sight to detect images on computer, office documents, and office objects near and far
• • Climb: occasionally ascends/descends on stairway to get to office upper and lower floors
• • Travel: up to 25% as needed

Nice to Haves

• • Work experience in construction-related estimation (solar PV and BESS projects in particular) stronglypreferred
• • Advanced knowledge in Microsoft office Suite, Smartsheet, and Procoreexperience ispreferred

Benefits

• Remote work arrangement from a home office