Estimating Manager - Steel America (Job ID: 986)
Estimating Manager - Steel America (Job ID: 986)
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24-08-2025
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Job Description
Estimating Manager
Purpose:
Steel America a division of Colonnas Shipyard is seeking an experiencedEstimating Managerto lead and oversee the estimating function for fabrication and machining projects. This role is critical to ensuring accurate competitive and strategic cost proposals that support production and business development efforts.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the estimating team in analyzing blueprints specifications proposals and scopes of work to develop accurate time cost and labor estimates.
- Oversee the review of plans and specifications to ensure compliance with all technical and contractual requirements.
- Ensure all cost estimates are thoroughly vetted and aligned with company standards prior to executive review.
- Evaluate RFPs and contract terms identifying potential business risks and ensuring appropriate mitigation strategies.
- Provide strategic pricing recommendations based on contract terms market conditions and business objectives.
- Manage and mentor estimating personnel fostering a culture of accuracy accountability and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with project management production and business development teams to align estimating efforts with operational capabilities and client expectations.
- Support marketing and client engagement efforts including follow-up on quoted work and proposal feedback.
- Analyze cost vs. profit data to inform business strategy and optimize project margins.
- Maintain regular reliable attendance and actively participate in cross-functional initiatives.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in steel fabrication estimating or project management with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role.
- Proven experience in contract administration and management including familiarity with FAR DFAR FFP and T&M contracts.
- Strong understanding of heavy steel manufacturing processes materials and costing methods.
- Working knowledge of AWS AISC ABS and ASME codes and certification requirements.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel Outlook) and AutoCAD.
- Strong analytical negotiation and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of market trends client opportunities and competitor landscape.
- Experience in market analysis and material availability forecasting.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in business engineering or related field.
- Experience in project management industrial painting and machine shop operations.
- Familiarity with NAVSEA NAVFAC and SSPC requirements.
Travel Requirements:
- Minimal travel required (10% or less).
Physical Requirements:
- Sit Stand Walk Bend Squat Climb Reach Push and Pull Stoop Crawl Kneel Balance Lift and Carry various objects and equipment.
- General office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require standing and walking for up to 30% of the time.
- Lighting and temperature are adequate and there is minimal exposure to hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise dust etc. Hear talk and smell.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Work is generally performed within an office environment with standard office equipment available but also requires safe navigation and regular partnership with operations teams within shipyard/industrial environments.
- A considerable amount of time is spent operating a personal computer.
- Must be able to climb up and down stairs and spend time moving throughout the facility and onboard marine vessels.
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 job-related 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).
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
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