Cost Engineer

DP World; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading maritime company in Dubai is looking for an experienced professional to manage day-to-day operations within the Commercial department. The role involves preparing tenders, communicating with clients, and ensuring compliance with standards. Ideal candidates have a degree in Marine, Mechanical, or Naval Architecture and 3-5 years in shipyard operations, including contract negotiation and project management skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 to 5 years' experience in Shipyard.
• At least 2 years in a similar position.
• Experience in ship repair with vessels and rig repairs.

Responsibilities

• Implement day-to-day operations for the Commercial department.
• Prepare estimates and final bid documents for vessels.
• Communicate with Clients for clarifications if required.

Skills

Contract negotiation and administration

Project Management

Knowledge of technical terms related to ship repairs

Education

Degree / Diploma in Marine, Mechanical or Naval Architecture

Job description

DAY TO DAY OPERATIONS

• Implements the day-to-day operations assigned for the Commercial department/section to ensure compliance with the established standards and procedures.
• Review Client specification and understand the requirements.
• Send information relevant to specialized works/special material requirement to subcontractors/Production.
• Departments/Procurement Department for required inputs.
• Communicate with Clients for any clarification/additional information if required.
• Preparation of detailed/accurate estimates and final bid documents(Tenders) for all types of vessels.
• Inspection of vessels whenever required and discussion of technical/commercial details with Owner representatives.
• Prepare financial summary of the tenders for management approval.
• Update all required information on ‘A’ forms before hand over.
• Attend to tender clarifications/additional quotations till vessel arrive at the yard.
• Hand over project file along with all related document to the project team highlighting critical and specific requirement of the project.
• Perform other job related duties as assigned by the Manager/Assistant Manager Estimating.
• To prepare and submit competitive tenders based on the client specification.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIRED

• Degree / Diploma or equivalent qualification in Marine, Mechanical or Naval Architecture or Sea going Engineers with certificate issued by competent authority.
• Contract negotiation and administration.
• Minimum 3 to 5 years’ experience in Shipyard with minimum 2 years in similar position.
• Knowledge and experience in a ship repair facility with vessels and rig repairs.
• Experience in a similar position in a reputable shipyard.
• Familiar with technical terms related to ship repairs and rig repairs.
• Project Management and Contract negotiation skills.