Project Estimation Manager

EDF Renewables North America

. Lead cross-functional collaboration with Strategic Procurement, Construction, Engineering, and O&M teams to analyze project designs, costs, and energy estimates .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $95,200 - $158,700 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in renewable energy project development and management, with a strong focus on financial modeling, risk analysis, and data-driven decision-making. Proficient in leveraging Artificial Intelligence and machine learning to enhance estimation processes and project outcomes.

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Renewable Energy Project DevelopmentFinancial ModelingRisk Analysis MethodologiesArtificial Intelligence IntegrationCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementData AnalysisMonte Carlo SimulationsData EngineeringSoftware DevelopmentPythonSQL OptimizationNoSQL DatabasesAWSGCP

Soft Skills

Proactive Problem IdentificationEffective CommunicationIndependent OperationCoaching and Technical DirectionMulti-Project Management

Tools & Technologies

DataOpsData Quality FrameworksMetadata ManagementDistributed Database ArchitecturesFastAPIStreamlitAsyncio

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Certifications in Data Engineering

Industry Keywords

Renewable EnergyProject ValuationInvestment ApprovalsProject CapitalizationData Security Regulations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureGoogle Cloud PlatformNoSQLNumpyPandasPythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead cross-functional collaboration with Strategic Procurement, Construction, Engineering, and O&M teams to analyze project designs, costs, and energy estimates
Challenge assumptions and methodologies to identify cost savings, mitigate risks, and improve project outcomes
Ensure estimating processes meet Development, Origination, Valuations, and Project Management Team expectations
Serve as primary contact for Portfolio Management, aligning pricing processes and project assumptions with strategic objectives
Define, govern, and evolve estimation frameworks, assumptions hierarchies, and risk quantification methodologies
Lead cross-departmental teams in identifying project risks and developing mitigation strategies
Answer project team and leadership questions about assumptions and changes
Align project analysis and estimate complexity with business decision needs, including Investment Approvals, Project Capitalization, and Final Investment Decisions
Understand customer needs and recommend improvements to project value and outcomes
Propose scalable, repeatable process improvements that remove bottlenecks and reduce internal labor costs
Facilitate adoption and integration of Artificial Intelligence and machine learning in the estimation process
Advise EPCTS leadership with strategic insights and recommendations
Support the EPC Data Solutions Engineer with advanced analytics and data infrastructure
Indirectly guide analysts and cross-functional contributors through coaching, technical direction, and review
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or greater in Engineering, Statistics, Project Management, or a closely related field
5+ years of progressive experience in renewable energy project development, project management, or other practical renewable energy experience
Experience focused on high-profile projects valued at $250+ million
Proven ability to operate independently, set methodologies, drive standards, and influence strategy across organizational boundaries
Experience with renewable project valuation, financial modeling, and/or risk analysis methodologies, including Monte Carlo simulations
Ability to analyze and interpret complex datasets for project insights and data-informed decision-making
Experience leveraging Artificial Intelligence and machine learning to drive innovation
Ability to work effectively with cross-functional technical and commercial teams
Proactive problem identification, prioritization, and solution proposal
Ability to add value without specific direction or guidance
Ability to communicate highly technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences
Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and provide accurate, timely updates
English/French proficiency, oral and written
Preferred: hands-on data engineering, software development, or data architecture experience and ability to deploy enterprise-scale data solutions
Preferred: proficiency in Python and its data ecosystem (pandas, numpy, pydantic, fastapi, streamlit, asyncio)
Preferred: proficiency in SQL optimization, NoSQL databases, and distributed database architectures
Preferred: proficiency with AWS, GCP, or Azure; professional certifications highly desired
Knowledge of DataOps, data quality frameworks, and metadata management
Strong understanding of data security, privacy regulations, and compliance requirements
Ability to sit or stand at a computer, walk or stand regularly, and work with office equipment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive bonus incentives; eligible for the annual bonus program
Comprehensive health and wellness coverage for employees and eligible dependents
Generous RRSP/DPSP matching contribution
Favorable paid time off programs
Learning, career development, and advancement opportunities
Mentorship and buddy programs