Pacific Shipyards International (PSI) is searching for an experienced Estimating Manager to join our ship repair team in Hawaii.
Position Title: Estimating ManagerReports To: Vice President of ProgramsLocation: Honolulu, Hawaii
**Position SummaryPSI is the largest privately owned shipyard in Hawaii, with two of the largest dry docks in the state. We have been in business since 1944 and have a large labor force of skilled craftsman with a full support staff of professionals who comprise of engineering, project management, QA, EHS, accounting, contracts, and human resources.
Pacific Shipyards is searching for a highly qualified Estimating Manager to provide leadership and supervisory oversight of the Estimating Department.The ideal candidate will have 10+ years' experience working as a ship repair estimator or similar position and have a passion for business development while leading a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. The Estimating Manager will assign and delegate tasks to a small group of estimators and planners. The ideal candidate will set priorities and monitor progress to ensure proposals and bids are submitted in a timely manner. The Estimating Manager will be responsible for final submittal of complex cost estimates and bid packages provided to U.S. Navy and commercial customers.Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- 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 and 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.
Education/Training/Skills:
- Bachelor of Science in engineering or related field or equivalent work experience
- 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.Qualification/Requirements:
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.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
