Tender & Contract - Cost Estimation Engineer

Job Requirements:

At Quest Global, it's not just what we do but how and why we do it that makes us different. With over 25 years as an engineering services provider, we believe in the power of doing things differently to make the impossible possible. Our people are driven by the desire to make the world a better place to make a positive difference that contributes to a brighter future. We bring together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals who are empowered by an intentional workplace culture, to solve problems better and faster

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Analyze documentation, such as layouts and other data, to prepare cost estimates
• Analyze historical data and current trends to improve processes and reduce costs
• Provide cost estimating support for the EPC and Short-Term O&M on Solar Projects and Interconnection Facilities for development and M&A project opportunities ranging from indicative/Budgetary to firm/Binding.
• Create/Maintain Cost Estimating Databases
• Communicate with Procurement team to ensure utilization of most recent and competitive major equipment pricing in estimating efforts
• Communicate with Engineering teams to ensure utilization of accurate technical specifications and design configuration in estimating efforts
• Recommend ways to reduce costs
• Maintain records of estimated costs
• Set up cost monitoring procedures and systems in order to streamline the process

Work Experience:

Knowledge:

• Working knowledge and background understanding of basic PV solar engineering and plant design (i.e. Array Layout, Civil Layout, MV/DC wiring concepts, Structural Design, Project Sequencing)
• Working knowledge and background understanding of High Voltage interconnection infrastructure
• Working knowledge of MS excel
• Experience with PV Design is desirable.
• International Experience
• Understanding of project management and construction management concepts identified within PMP and other industry accepted organizations
• Understanding of general estimating approaches and variations required to support projects at differing points in the lifecycle
• Desire to continue developing and growing ones knowledge base and understanding of the solar industry via continued research and development of the individuals, teams, and departments knowledge, skills, and abilities

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Science, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, and/or Electrical Engineering

Experience:

• 10+ Years of estimating and/or pre-construction support (Owner, EPC, Subcontractor)
• Field based self-perform solar construction experience (i.e. Project Engineer, QA/QC Inspector, Superintendent/Foreman)
• Experience interacting with development colleagues
• Background in estimating, pre-construction, project management/engineering
• Experience interacting with outside consultants and equipment vendors
• Experience generating and processing purchase orders and invoices