Commercial Estimator (Shipbuilding)

Job Description: • Ensure technical proposal write up is accurate and according to latest rules and regulations • Source, negotiate and obtain best prices and quotes from vendors and subcontractors • Review terms and conditions of subcontractors and vendors quotes • Submit and perform ship building projects cost estimation for management approval • Understand shipbuilding process, classification societies regulations and statutory rules • Prepare well written detailed technical specifications write up proposal for new build aluminium and steel vessels • Study projects specification to understand customer’s requirement by identifying project requirements, labour, and material costs • Interpret blueprints and analyse related applicable documents to prepare estimates • Work closely with vendors, sub-contractors, engineers, and naval architects, external ship designer and classification societies during estimate creation to ensure overall accuracy • Adhere to company standard and guidelines when providing cost estimate focusing on maximising profit while mitigate any potential risks to the company • Cash flow budgeting • Assist sales team in tender preparation transactions • Support sale teams with project pricing in a timely manner • Maintain thorough records of all project documentation • Any Ad-hoc tasks Job Requirements: • Minimum 5-10 years’ experience in a similar role with proven track record within similar industry (Engineering, Ship Building, Heavy Manufacturing, Oil & Gas) • Past experience in new build aluminium vessel cost estimate and ability to write shipbuilding technical specification is highly desirable • Attention to detail • Good-time management skills • Able to perform multi-task under fast pace environment yet maintaining accuracy in cost estimate and technical proposal • Critical-thinker and problem solver • Experience in the management of commercial and defence shipbuilding proposals • Ability to produce and present complex solutions of between USD$5M to USD$100M in value • Formal management or engineering qualifications highly desirable • High level of presentation skills • Performance and outcome orientation • Commercial acumen • Strong networks in industry • Commitment to continuous improvement, teamwork and open communications