Commercial Ship Repair Estimator Job ID 827
Commercial Ship Repair Estimator Job ID 827
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02-05-2025
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Job Description
Commercial Ship Repair Estimator
Purpose:
Colonnas Shipyard is seeking a Commercial Ship Repair Estimator to support Shipyard Operations at our Shipyard in Norfolk VA.
Position Summary:
This position plays a critical role in supporting the shipyards business development efforts by preparing accurate and competitive estimates for commercial ship repair projects. The Estimator will be responsible for developing detailed proposals that reflect the full scope of required repairs and services ensuring all labor materials and subcontractor work is appropriately captured and costed. This role requires strong collaboration with project management engineering production planning and purchasing departments to ensure all aspects of a job are thoroughly reviewed and accurately priced. The Estimator will also interact directly with customers vendors and subcontractors to clarify requirements and ensure all estimate components are in alignment with customer expectations and industry standards.
Position may require work hours beyond a standard work week to support business operations.
Essential Duties andResponsibilities:
- Analyze specifications drawings and related documents to prepare detailed cost estimates for ship repair projects.
- Conduct ship checks and collaborate with production engineering and project management teams to ensure accurate scope development.
- Develop labor hours and material estimates for structural mechanical electrical and other related repairs.
- Evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotes to support cost estimates.
- Identify potential risks and opportunities within the estimate.
- Prepare and submit comprehensive bid packages in accordance with company procedures and customer requirements.
- Attend prebid meetings ship checks and postbid debriefs as needed.
- Maintain current knowledge of industry standards practices and material/labor costs.
- Track and analyze historical cost data to improve the accuracy of future estimates.
- Collaborate with project managers postaward to provide clarification on estimates and support successful project .
- Support contract negotiation by providing detailed cost breakdowns and justifications as needed.
- Ensure all estimates comply with internal standards customer specifications and regulatory requirements.
Required Qualifications:
- Must have at least 5 years of experience in estimating ship repair/marine engineering projects OR at least 10 years of experience in commercial ship repair.
- Must have a strong understanding of ship systems structures and repair methodologies.
- Must have prior experience performing ship checks and developing job specifications.
- Must have excellent analytical organizational and communication skills.
- Must be proficient with estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Must be able to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
- Must be familiar with commercial marine regulations.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain access to government and commercial facilities
Travel Requirements:
- Minimal Travel; 10 or less.
Security Requirements:
- Position requires US Citizenship.
Physical Requirements:
- Remaining in a stationary position often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
- Able to sit and work on a computer for long periods of time.
- Moving about accomplishing tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
- Communicating with others to exchange information.
- Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.
Respect Pride Truth Family These are our VALUES and the guidelines that make us a leader in our industry. We are pleased and confident in stating that our skilled employees are among the most respected experts in the ship repair industry.
Colonnas Shipyard Inc. and its divisions are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon jobrelated reasons regardless of an applicants race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age national origin disability marital status genetic information protected veteran status or any other status protected by law.
Additionally Colonnas Shipyard provides a variety of benefits to support your best health wellness and future to include medical/dental/vision options company paid disability insurances 401k with match legal services as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
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