Senior Cost Estimator (Utility PV and Battery Storage) at Qcells

Hanwha Q CELLS USA Corp is a leader in the renewable energy sector, specializing in the development, investment, and delivery of utility-scale solar photovoltaic and battery energy storage systems. We leverage a decade of global expertise to provide customized power generation solutions across North America, helping our clients minimize risk and maximize their investments in clean energy.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive cost estimation oversight for projects across the United States.
• Support our Sales and Development teams by performing engineering design and detailed estimating tasks.
• Evaluate potential project sites, review environmental reports, and identify necessary mitigation strategies to ensure feasibility.
• Offer recommendations to reduce both technical and business risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare detailed scopes of work for subcontractors and collaborate with our procurement team to verify costs.
• Confirm equipment specifications and manage bills of materials for balance of system requirements.
• Perform safety risk assessments and calculate associated costs.
• Conduct site visits as needed to support project accuracy.
• Assist with research and development by analyzing new technologies and obtaining cost estimates for emerging equipment.
• Distribute estimating tasks and review final cost projections for accuracy.
• Contribute to sales proposals and client bid documentation.

Must-haves

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering, statistics, finance, economics, or status as a licensed contractor.
• At least 6 years of direct experience in utility-scale solar estimating.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and professional estimating platforms.
• Expertise in civil, mechanical, and electrical construction estimation, with a specific focus on DC and MV cabling, single-access PV racking, and high-voltage interconnections.
• Strong knowledge of electrical calculations, including wire sizing, wire loss, equipment ratings, and over-current protection.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex data clearly to senior management.
• A strategic, data-driven mindset and a proven track record of delivering results under pressure.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 30% of the time.
• Fluency in English.

Nice-to-haves

• Prior experience with specialized estimation software such as Heavy Bid, AccuBid, or Inteli Bid.

Benefits

• Flexible remote work options.