Costing and Estimation Engineer

COSTING AND ESTIMATION ENGINEER

Who We Are?

Cleantech Industry Resources accelerates United States solar, battery storage and EV projects by providing turnkey development as a service including 100% internal systems engineering. The company deploys a leading team that spun out of the largest solar power producer in the world. This team operates within a sophisticated suite of software to support projects from land origination, through to commercial operation.

Location

Ahmedabad

What We Offer

• Opportunity to join a top-notch, collaborative team of professionals
• Fantastic team environment and collaborative culture
• Professional development opportunities to grow into an industry leader
• Medical Insurance for the employee and family
• Spot Recognition bonus for exceptional performance
• Long Term Incentive policy
• Regular team outings, events, and activities to foster a positive work environment

Our Commitment to Diversity

At CIR, we are dedicated to nurturing a diverse and equitable workforce that truly reflects our community. We deeply value each person's unique perspective, skills, and experiences. CIR embraces all individuals, regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or nationality. We are steadfast in our commitment to fostering a just and inclusive world through intentional policies and actions. Your individuality enriches our collective strength, and we strive to ensure everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered.

Position Summary

The Costing and Estimation Engineer at CIR is responsible for preparing detailed BOQs, cost analyses, and budgets for solar power projects, ensuring alignment with design criteria and industry standards. This role involves conducting cost-benefit analyses, risk assessments, and variance analyses while coordinating with internal teams to support project proposals and decision-making. The engineer will also track price trends, contribute to price negotiations, and provide actionable insights to management for efficient project execution.

Core Responsibilities

• Professional with in-depth experience in doing detailed BOQ based costing and estimation exercises for small and large-scale ground mounted and/or rooftop solar power plants with varying design basis/ criteria.
• Detail oriented with deep understanding of Electrical, Mechanical and Civil designs/ systems for Solar PV Projects.
• Getting well versed with detailed engineering, costing analysis, price trends and most acceptable engineering practices and regular reporting to management.
• Preparation of Bill of quantity (BOQs) for Prebid estimations.
• Preparing cost benefit analysis for various project/ design options & supporting Project/ BD and Sales team to expedite techno-commercial proposals and closures.
• Coordinating with internal department/ stakeholders i.e. Development, Engineering, Procurement, Projects construction teams.
• Conduct Contract/ Bid wise risk analysis of specifications and contractual language to develop a detail project summary for management's decision-making.
• Support price negotiations with detailed data and cost analysis.
• Preparation of budgets/ cost-estimations and variance analysis vis-à-vis actuals to support controlling functions.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's/master's in electrical engineering

Technical Skills and Experience

Software Proficiency:

• AutoCAD
• MS Office

Project Management:

• Experience in managing design projects from conception to implementation
• Ability to coordinate with other engineers and stakeholders

Renewable Energy Systems:

• General understanding of IS / IEC codes and solar industry practices

Experience

5+ years of experience in costing and estimation, with a focus on solar plant estimations/ budgeting and controlling.

Psychosocial Skills /Human Skills/Behavioural Skills

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Management experience a plus.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to take ideas and run with them from concept to conclusion.
• Technical understanding of clean energy business processes
• Exceptional verbal and writing communication skills with superiors, peers, partners, and other stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal skills while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The physical demands of this job require an individual to be able to work at a computer for most of the day, be able to participate in conference calls and travel to team retreats on a time-to-time basis. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Conditions

The work environment is usually quiet (normal city traffic noises are common), a blend of artificial and natural light, temperate and generally supports a collaborative work environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Cleantech Industry Resources, we embrace diversity and uphold a strong dedication to establishing an all-encompassing atmosphere for both our staff and associates. Our choices in employment are free from any bias related to race, creed, nationality, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, physical limitations, veteran status, or any other legally safeguarded attributes.

Being an integral part of Cleantech Industry Resources means you can expect to be immersed in a realm of professional possibilities within a culture that nurtures teamwork, adaptability, and the embracing of all.