Tesla Sr Estimator Utility Scale Battery Projects 

United States, California, Palo Alto 

977812603

This is a diverse role where knowledge of basic design rules, constructability, permitting, utility requirements, and engineering fundamentals for utility scale and smaller complex projects is expected. Besides a rock-solid work ethic and a strong team-oriented personality, members of our team display creativity, passion, and a desire to break new ground in a constantly shifting technology landscape.

This position will be full-time onsite and can be based out of either our Austin, TX or Palo Alto, CA office.

• Create estimates and firm bids for utility scale Battery Energy Storage System EPC projects including labor, materials, equipment, permitting, engineering and project management costs
• Create and maintain cost estimating tools and databases, reviewing and incorporating historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc. into unit and man-hour figures
• Compile and compare estimates, bids, and running budgets across multiple projects and generate recurring reports for executive review
• Collaborate and drive value-engineering with engineering, sales, operations, procurement, and sub-contractor teams
• Coordinate closely with Project Development Managers and Sales Engineers to provide estimating support in the creation of comprehensive proposals for customers
• Interface with internal customers (project managers, product engineers, sales team) and external customers (utilities, AHJs, contractors, end customers) to ensure consistent communication
• Prepare takeoffs and work with project team to solicit and secure competitive sub-contractor proposals and pricing
• Assist in writing work scopes and reviewing contract change order and field change order proposals
• Participate in the design, pre-construction, construction, and post-mortem processes
• Write proposals and provide input on design changes and value engineering

• Degree in an Engineering discipline or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of electrical estimating experience, including 2 years utility estimating experience
• Experience with High Voltage/Medium Voltage Substations
• Excellent skills in Excel, proficient user of other MS office applications, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Google Earth Pro
• Advanced data analysis skills
• Detail-oriented, resourceful, and able to manage shifting priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and execute many projects and tasks in parallel
• Ability to work well with others in a collaborative team environment