Marine Estimator role supporting Auxiliary Systems Inc, producing detailed cost and firm fixed price estimates for naval and commercial shipbuilding/repair work. You'll review RFPs, specs, drawings and vendor quotes, then compile full labor/material/subcontractor bids and change orders. Standout perk: work on high-profile Navy vessel programs (e.g., aircraft carriers and surface ships).
- Estimate work for Navy vessels
- Onsite role with cross-team collaboration
- EEO and disability accommodations commitment
- Possess extensive knowledge of Naval aircraft carriers, surface ships, and a broad understanding of all trades within the shipbuilding and ship repair industry.
- Apply expertise in Cost and Firm Fixed Price (FFP) estimating to analyze technical requirements in government and commercial work specifications (and references) in response to Requests for Proposals (RFPs), ensuring estimates align with company processes.
- Coordinate, compile, and submit comprehensive estimates covering all labor, material, and subcontractor costs associated with each project.
- Review and evaluate bid specifications, drawings, and applicable references for accuracy and completeness.
- Analyze subcontractor and vendor proposals to verify compliance with scope, specifications, terms, and schedules.
- Collaborate with Production, Purchasing, and vendors to discuss, verify, and finalize cost data.
- Prepare estimates for change orders as required.
- Develop craft labor budgets to support effective planning and scheduling.
- Compare subcontractor quotes with in-house estimates to determine best-value alternatives and make-or-buy recommendations.
- Identify key work items and critical path activities to support project planning.
- Leverage historical data to establish and document standard costs and develop costs for new work where history does not exist.
- Identify and resolve ambiguities or inconsistencies in specifications or bid packages that could impact cost, prior to contract award.
- Apply cost and pricing expertise to prepare final bids for management review and approval.
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
Auxiliary Systems, Inc. is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Auxiliary Systems, Inc. will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected].
- Must be able to read, write and comprehend instructions in written or spoken in English.
- Must be able to calculate and understand units of measure.
- Must be reliable with a strong work ethic.
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
- Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, tech manuals and work specifications for various types of machinery and/or piping systems.
- Must be able to wear applicable PPE (Hard hat, safety goggles, gloves, steel toes shoes, ear protection)
This job description does not include all activities, duties or responsibilities required for this position. The key duties, responsibilities and requirements identified in this description are subject to modification by the Company at any time.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Desired Education and Experience:
- Education Minimum: High School Diploma/GED
- Preferred Minimum: Bachelor's degree or Higher Education
- Minimum Relevant Experience: 5 years
Preferred Relevant Experience: 10+ years. - Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs with the ability to create, edit, and manage documents, spreadsheets, and emails
Other Requirements:
- Must have reliable transportation.
- Must be eligible to obtain DBIDs.
- Must be able to pass a drug screening.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to be able to occasionally stand; walk; sit; use hands and/or fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; operate office equipment, reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop; kneel; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, and distance vision.
EEO Statement
Auxiliary Systems, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Auxiliary Systems, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.