Job Description

• Manages daily activities of the estimating department
• Thorough understanding of ship repair planning and estimating
• Monitors progress of subordinates and ensures deadlines are met
• Leading and managing a team of estimators to generate base cost estimates.
• Create standardized approaches to developing estimates and proposals.
• Engages in business development and identifies new leads.
• Oversee, delegate, and handle all parts of the estimating process which includes: respond to RFPs, interpret blueprints, perform ship checks, determine pricing strategies, negotiate contracts, and handle change orders.
• Ensures the assignment of work is delegated appropriately to employees.
• Communicates regularly with executive management, vendors, subcontractors. and consultants.
• The Proposal & Estimating Department Manager supervises a team of employees, which includes Sr. Estimators, Estimators, Procurement Specialists, and other supporting staff.
• Stays abreast of developments in the industry.
• Assists with planning future staffing requirements.
• Performs final review off on all bid packages submitted to customers.

Skills Required

• Minimum requirement of 10 years of ship repair or marine industry experience, five years of management experience highly recommended.
• Advanced knowledge of estimating strategies and techniques. Understanding of maritime ship repair and construction, terminology and contracts.
• Experience negotiating contract changes and providing labor estimates for ship repair.
• Previous experience or training in work sequencing and scheduling.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project or similar scheduling software.
• Knowledge of Navy Vessels and ship construction methods.
• NAVSEA standards as well as federal and state regulations.
• Ability to organize and prioritize to meet deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to read technical drawings and understand government contracts.
• Experience with proposal writing.
• Highly experienced with Microsoft Office, Excel.

Education/Training/Certifications

• Bachelor of Science in engineering or related field or equivalent work experience

Additional Requirements

• This position requires US Citizenship due to clearance required for base access.
• Must successfully obtain and maintain TWIC and Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) Credential to gain access to federally controlled work sites.

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