AES Corporation

High Voltage Project Estimator

LocationLouisville, CO
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$87,000-$104,550

About This Job

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company that's leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries, AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a Great Place to Work, you can be confident that you're joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas.

AES is proudly ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations, and with $12.7B in revenues in 2023, we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. As the world moves towards a net-zero future, AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreement's goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions, such as 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers, are setting the pace for rapid, global decarbonization.

If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a cleaner, more sustainable future - we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.

AES Clean Energy is seeking a High Voltage Project Estimator to develop budgets and economical evaluations required for Substations, Switchyards, and Transmission Lines to support the Development and Construction teams for EPC estimations of Utility-Scale (20MW+) PV and PV + Battery Storage facilities during their early to late development phases.

This position will be responsible for developing AES CE EPC budgets for the HV facilities for US based projects and will support the EPC bid evaluation process.

The successful candidate will have experience in Substation and Transmission Line estimating and will independently create project estimates with minimal supervision, identify and communicate EPC related project risks, contribute to cost database management, have a mindset of continuous & scalable improvement and will be comfortable operating in a very dynamic environment. The candidate must be able to work on multiple projects at the same time, be able to develop relationships with different business groups and be a reliable self-starter.

This position will be office based, involving close collaboration with AES’s internal Business Development, Engineering, and Construction teams. The role reports to the Estimating Manager.

Key Responsibilities:


Cost Estimating

Create a new Excel based estimating workbook for Substations and Switchyards using an existing Bid 2 Win Estimate Template as a starting Data Set.
Originate estimates based on various design maturities, provide feasibility, intermediate and advanced EPC design and constructability evaluations, cost estimates based on varying levels of site-specific project design information to author detailed qualifications that detail all relevant assumptions, clarifications, and exclusions that pertain to pricing.
Execute daily work independently within existing procedures and processes as well as identify areas of team opportunity and initiate improvement.
Ability to collect, manage and apply historical cost and schedule data from existing projects to future projects.
Prioritize and organize workload using all information available.
Ability to analyze, critique and evaluate estimates provided by EPCs, suppliers and contractors and opine on contract award recommendations to the larger Preconstruction Team.
Work with other functions and disciplines from across the company to understand and evaluate the labor, material and other direct and indirect costs associated with proposed projects
Have a functional understanding of regional labor markets, including Union and Prevailing Wage, and federal tax policies.

Be comfortable collaborating with teams to facilitate robust and successful RFP response reviews

In-depth knowledge and experience with pre-construction and construction processes and sequencing, with emphasis on renewable energy projects.
Provide a summary report for estimate and effectively communicate to Business Development.


General

Adhere to organizational processes required to sustain the integrity of the AES knowledgebase.
Discern critical and non-critical information required to publish pricing within a specified accuracy range. As well as able to present project pricing up to $150M coupled with a written narrative that clearly communicates risk, opportunities, and parameters of pricing.
Elevate group capabilities by bringing unique viewpoints and experience to the team.
Ability to reconstruct historical cost data into current and future cost models using reliable indices and sources.
Knowledge of inputs and outputs of typical project design maturity levels
Able to deconstruct a construction activity into individual units of measure and understand how various environmental or market conditions impact components of work.
Exceptional organizational, communication, decision making/problem solving, analytical and time management skills
Passion for the renewable energy industry


Skills and Qualifications:

5+ years professional experience in High Voltage self-perform or GC estimating or a similar pre-construction role.
Strong proficiency in Excel, Bluebeam and Google Earth.
Must have experience working with large, complex excel workbooks.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint as well as Adobe Acrobat.
Experience with Bid 2 Win Estimating Software is an advantage.
Excellent familiarity with HV equipment, design information (GA’s, Plan and Profiles, and one-lines) and technical standards.
Knowledge of PV and BESS estimating is an advantage
Familiarity with wind technology is a plus.
Superior communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal being comfortable presenting to an executive audience and addressing a wide range of questions with accuracy and integrity
Outstanding interpersonal skills, including an ability to maintain calm and effective exchanges by all parties during stressful situations.
Excellent organizational skills demonstrated by clear and effective project plans and executive level reporting that ensure timely action and decision making in time-pressured scenarios.
Spanish language skills a plus.

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.The expected salary for this position, at commencement of employment, is between $87,000 and $104,550/Annual; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements such as annual bonus, in addition to a full range of medical, dental, vision, life, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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