Cost Estimator

Core responsibilities:

• Collect, manage and apply historical costs from existing projects to future projects
• Support the project execution team by providing design spec review support and Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contract/change order cost review
• Prepare and manage engineering, procurement, and construction EPC pricing throughout pre-construction and construction phases
• Analyze and review estimates provided by EPCs to ensure cost accuracy and identify opportunities for cost optimization

This role contributes to the development of utility-scale clean energy projects that provide affordable, reliable clean energy solutions to millions of Americans, helping meet the nation's growing energy demand with sustainable power sources.

Required skills and qualifications:

• U.S. Bachelor's degree in Construction or Building Science, or Energy Systems Management
• 2 years' experience in overseeing the cost estimating of renewable energy sector projects, specifically large-scale PV and BESS projects
• Experience running Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE) models for commercial offtake
• Experience creating PV and BESS cost models and reviewing electrical and structural field engineering work for cost validation

Avantus offers competitive compensation with an excellent benefits package, including 401(k) matching; comprehensive medical and dental plan options; and flexible PTO. The base salary range for this full-time position is $57,600—$58,000 USD (plus bonus and benefits).

Avantus develops, owns, and operates utility-scale clean energy projects across California and the Desert Southwest, delivering affordable, reliable clean energy solutions that meet America's growing energy demand through solar with integrated storage projects.