Estimating Manager

JOB-10047634

Anticipated Start Date

October 12 , 2026

Location

Honolulu, HI

Type of Employment

Contract Hire

Employer Info

Our Client is the largest privately owned shipyard in Hawaii, with two of the largest dry docks in the state. Our client has 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.

Job Summary   

We are 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

Job Description 

• 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 & 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.

Skills Required

• 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.
• 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.
• Ability to read technical drawings and understand government contracts.
• Experience with proposal writing.
• Highly experienced with Microsoft Office, Excel.

Education/Training/Certifications

• Bachelor of Science in engineering or related field or equivalent work experience

Additional Requirements

• This position requires US Citizenship due to clearance required for base access.
• Must successfully obtain and maintain TWIC and Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) Credential to gain access to federally controlled work sites.
• Must submit to and pass a post-offer drug screening and a background check.