HV​/BESS Estimator

Description

Title:

HV/BESSEstimator

Department:
Estimation

Location:

Ankeny, IA

Supervisor: HV/BESS Estimating Manager

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Position Status:
Permanent;
Full-time

Work Status:
Remote

Hanwha

QcellsUSA Corp (QcellsUSA), headquartered in Irvine, CA, specializes in providing utility-scale modules, solar photovoltaic (PV), and battery energy storage systems (BESS) project development, along with Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) services for solar and BESS projects nationwide. QcellsUSA delivers comprehensive turnkey solutions encompassing the entire utility-scale project lifecycle. By choosing QcellsUSA for turnkey solutions, customers can reduce uncertainty and risk, leading to enhanced investment returns and contributing to a more sustainable future.

QcellsUSA’s complete turnkey solutions seamlessly integrate the expertise of our Module, Development, and EPC teams, while ensuring close coordination with other vital internal groups such as Project Finance, Systems Integration, and Legal. This collaborative approach ensures that QcellsUSA projects deliver exceptional value and performance. With several multi-billion-dollar investments, Qcells is pioneering the establishment of the only complete module supply chain in the U.S., including the expansion of our Georgia module manufacturing facility, which stands as the largest in the Western Hemisphere.

As an integral part of the global Qcells brand, QcellsUSA benefits from a legacy of excellence in photovoltaic manufacturing. Qcells is renowned worldwide for its high-performance, superior-quality solar cells and modules. With dual headquarters in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ) and Thalheim, Germany (Technology & Innovation HQ), Qcells operates under the umbrella of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 company and one of the top 8 business conglomerates in South Korea.

As an HV/BESS Estimator in our utility-scale solar Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) company, you will play a crucial role in the successful execution of our projects. You will work closely with the estimators and various departments to accurately estimate costs and resources required for utility-scale solar and BESS and standalone BESS projects. Your expertise will guide decision-making processes, ensuring the profitability and efficiency of our projects.

Your primary focus will be providing firm bid/submittal documents and cost estimates inclusive of all activities related to high voltage substations and BESS pricing by leveling, reviewing, and analyzing subcontractor and material proposals, performing take-offs, scope reviews, risk identification, engineering optimization, and increasing margins through identifying cost efficiencies. This position reports to the Senior HV/BESS Estimating Manager or other senior management personnel designated by the CEO.

This position is hybrid, working out of your home office and traveling to job sites. Working hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm or 9:00 am to 6:00 pm local time. Overtime and weekend working hours may be required as needed. The position is expected to travel up to 25%.

• Leadership and Management
  • 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.
• Develop and manage cost models
  • Use computer estimating software to create and compile estimates.
  • Develop assemblies in estimating software.
• Cost Estimation
  • 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.
• Resource Planning
  • 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.
• Risk Management
  • 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.
• Bid Preparation
  • 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…