Lead Cost Estimator – Solar, Wind & Storage (Hybrid)

Repsol SA; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Repsol, a global multi-energy company, is seeking a Cost Estimator to develop robust, data-driven cost estimates for solar, wind, and storage projects across North America. You will lead bottoms-up estimates, parametric models, and benchmarking analyses to support project development, engineering, procurement, and investment decisions.

The role requires strong analytical skills and deep understanding of renewable cost drivers, translating engineering inputs into CAPEX/OPEX projections.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years of cost estimating, budgeting, and financial analysis in energy (oil & gas or renewables).
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, finance, or business.
• Strong ability to interpret engineering specs, Basis of Design, BOQ and contracts.
• Technical knowledge of solar and/or wind energy systems, construction processes, and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide ROM, conceptual, and detailed estimates for solar, wind, and battery storage projects.
• Prepare cost estimates covering materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractor services.
• Maintain Basis of Estimate (BOE) for each project.
• Collaborate with project teams to validate assumptions and optimize costs.
• Create and maintain a cost benchmarking database.
• Monitor market trends for renewable energy components and update databases.

Skills

Cost estimation

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Engineering interpretation

Excel

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, finance, or business

Tools

Microsoft Office

BOE/estimating software

Job description

Repsol, a global multi-energy company, is seeking a Cost Estimator to develop robust, data-driven cost estimates for solar, wind, and storage projects across North America. You will lead bottoms-up estimates, parametric models, and benchmarking analyses to support project development, engineering, procurement, and investment decisions.

The role requires strong analytical skills and deep understanding of renewable cost drivers, translating engineering inputs into CAPEX/OPEX projections.