Estimator

Location: North Kingstown, RI • Onsite • Full-time (40 hours per week)

About the role

Analyze and complete shipyard bids, identify new business opportunities, and prepare detailed cost and time estimates for marine projects.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and complete shipyard bids, including detailed cost and time estimations for assigned projects.
• Identify and seek new business opportunities for the shipyard, including travel to customer facilities and vessels.
• Review all customer specifications, technical data, and drawings thoroughly.
• Communicate all special requirements, financial, bonding, and security needs to the General Manager.
• Complete proposals, submittals, estimates, and bid summary sheets.
• Highlight and communicate all project-specific details to relevant team members.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and prioritization.
• Proficiently use Microsoft applications including Project, Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Utilize AutoCAD knowledge and experience to interpret blueprints.
• Understand and apply knowledge of marine classification rules, USCG, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Associate degree in a relevant field (preferred, not required).
• Minimum of ten (10) years of marine and engineering experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized with ability to work autonomously and within a team.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize workloads.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Project, Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• AutoCAD knowledge and experience.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints.
• General knowledge of a wide range of commercial marine vessels.
• Understanding of marine classification society rules, USCG, and other regulatory requirements.

Benefits

• Health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, and vision.
• Spending accounts and life insurance.
• Voluntary plans.
• Participation in a 401(k) plan.