Shipyard Cost Estimator

Position

Shipyard Estimator

Relationships

Reports to President

FLSA Status

Exempt

Position Summary

The Shipyard Estimator will prepare cost estimates for shipyard projects based on the specifications provided by the client. Relies on judgment and direction to plan and accomplish goals.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the review and evaluation of requests for estimates, review revisions for completeness and accuracy, and help prepare timely completion of estimates.

• Obtain pricing for materials and assist in estimating cost where predetermined standards are unavailable.

• Ability to thoroughly read and comprehend blueprints (PDF or AutoCAD) and produce a work schedule.

• Develop a complete and concise labor hour and material dollar estimate that meets the requirements of the specification, drawing or work scope.

• Identify all the trades required to accomplish the work and develop a detail by trade of the hours required to accomplish the work.

• Advanced knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of programs, including Microsoft Project.

• Maintain resource information on products, vendors, subcontractors, and government requirements.

• Participate in all activities of estimating projects to help ensure that goals or objectives of the project are accomplished within the prescribed time frame and funding parameters.

• Capably produce cost and man-hour/day estimates and milestones including critical path reports on GANTT charts.

• Proficiently communicate with engineers, owners, subcontractors and staff.

• Complete change order estimates for ongoing projects.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Teamwork - Leads others in a team problem solving process. Prompts others to contribute knowledge and information to assist the team. Keeps the team focused and on track and resolves any interpersonal issues arising that may jeopardize team success.

• Problem solving—the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and analyzes information skillfully and maintains confidentiality.

• Interpersonal skills—the individual maintains confidentiality, remains open to others' ideas and exhibits willingness to try new things.

• Oral communication—the individual speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations and demonstrates group presentation skills.

• Written communication—the individual edits work for spelling and grammar, presents numerical data effectively and is able to read and interpret written information.

• Planning/organizing—the individual prioritizes and plans work activities and uses time efficiently.

• Quality control—the individual demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality.

• Adaptability—the individual adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.

• Dependability—the individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction and solicits feedback to improve performance.

• Safety and security—the individual observes safety and security procedures and uses equipment and materials properly.

Education/Training

College engineering degree required; marine engineer license a plus. Knowledge of all aspects of ship repair and conversion, including vessel types, systems and components; skills in repair and conversion estimating for ship machinery and systems; or the combination of education and experience that enables performance of all aspects of the position. Advanced knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of programs, including Microsoft Project. Three to five years of experience in a shipyard as a port engineer or repair supervisor required.

Physical Skills and Abilities

May require ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to climb stairs; or the ability to stand, walk and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of 1 - 40 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read information. Use of personal protective equipment such as respirators, hard hats and safety footwear required while on work sites. Work will involve visiting work sites both indoors and outdoors at all times of the year. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Appearance/Personality

Professional appearance, upbeat, energetic, takes initiative, dependable, takes pride in work.

Normal Working Hours and Days

Monday to Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. including 1 hr meal break. Overtime as required.