Heavy Industrial Maritime Manufacturing Estimator

Job Responsibilities

Analyze and evaluate requests for quotes (RFQs), drawings, and specifications to understand project requirements for maritime manufacturing projects
Collaborate with engineering, project management, and procurement teams to ensure accurate, competitive, and comprehensive cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and fabrication for maritime vessels and components
Assess potential risks and incorporate risk mitigation strategies into cost estimates
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and regulatory changes that may impact cost estimates
Present detailed bid packages to senior management
Attend post-award project reviews to refine estimating practices and processes based on actual project outcomes
Communicate with customers throughout the bidding process, if required, to clarify project specifications and requirements

Job Requirements

5-10 Years of experience in Heavy Industrial Maritime Manufacturing or shipbuilding on the machining side required
Familiarity with various types of maritime construction projects, including commercial and military vessels
Strong understanding of federal contracting processes, regulations, and reporting requirements (e.g., FAR, DFARS)
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications
Ability to estimate the amount of material, labor, and equipment required to perform requirements of RFQs
Knowledge of market labor and material trends relevant to the maritime industry
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams including engineering, project management, finance, procurement, and human resources
Strong communication skills
Knowledge of risk assessment methodologies and the ability to incorporate risk considerations into cost estimates
Capacity to estimate multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Have working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Teams
Candidate must be able to pass a background check to gain access to sites that perform work on US DOD Contracts (on-site)
Candidate should have a good driving record