What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Industrial Maritime Manufacturing Estimator position at Collins Machine Works?

Job Description

Salary : $30-40 / HR depending on experience

Collins Machine Works currently seeking a dedicated and precise Federal Contractor Maritime Manufacturing Estimator to join our dynamic team. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for analyzing project specifications and requirements to prepare detailed cost estimates that drive the success of our federal maritime manufacturing operations. Your expertise will ensure competitive and accurate bids, contributing to the strategic growth and excellence of our projects. If you are a detail-oriented professional with a passion for the maritime industry and a talent for financial forecasting, we invite you to apply and help shape the future of our federal contracting endeavors.

Applicant must be a US citizen. Access to DoD facilities is required. Company is not able to sponsor work visa or this position.

Sign On Bonus

Collins Machine Works offers a sign on bonus in the amount of $2,000 to be paid after six months of satisfactory employment performance. Collins Machine Works also offers employee referral bonuses in the amount of $1,000 per referral to be paid after the referred employee completed six months of satisfactory employment performance.

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

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K with 4% company match

Paid Time Off

Short Term Disability and basic Life Insurance provided by company

Supplementary Insurance : Accident, Critical Illness, Voluntary Life / AD&D, and Long Term Disability available

Employee Assistance Programs

Opportunity for yearly bonus, profit sharing, overtime, and night shift differential

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

Physical Demands

Ability to move or transfer products with an overhead crane

While performing the duties of the job, the employee will regularly stand, walk, reach overhead with hands and arms, stoop, crouch, kneel, climb ladders, and use stairs

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

The employee will have prolonged periods sitting at a desk working on a computer

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are respective of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

The noise level in the shop area is usually moderate to high.

Salary : $30 - $40

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